Albay Suspends Classes for Remainder of Week Due to Dengue Surge

Albay province has suspended classes in public and private schools for the remainder of the week as health authorities intensify efforts to contain a surge in dengue fever cases, prompting the province to declare a state of calamity. Governor Noel Rosal ordered the suspension to give schools and local governments time to conduct cleanup drives and implement preventive measures. The class suspension comes as the province declared a state of calamity due to the escalating dengue outbreak. Provincial health authorities are expediting response measures to curb the spread of the disease and protect public health. Dengue fever is a mosquito-borne illness prevalent in tropical and subtropical regions. In the Philippines, the risk of dengue infection typically increases during the rainy season when mosquito populations proliferate. The suspension aims to provide an opportunity for intensified mosquito control activities within school premises and surrounding areas. Public awareness campaigns are also being conducted, urging residents to maintain hygiene at home and in their communities, and to eliminate potential mosquito breeding grounds such as stagnant water. The Philippines has consistently faced dengue fever outbreaks as a significant public health concern, with the government continuously working to strengthen prevention and treatment capabilities.