Philippines Urges Public to Guard Against El Niño-Related Illnesses Amid Rising Temperatures
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Philippines Urges Public to Guard Against El Niño-Related Illnesses Amid Rising Temperatures

The Department of Health-Davao Region (DOH-11) in the Philippines is urging the public to take preventive measures against dehydration, heat-related illnesses, and infections associated with the El Niño phenomenon and rising temperatures, particularly for children, the elderly, and outdoor workers.

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