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Leptospirosis Risk High as Floods Persist in Philippines
As continuous Southwest Monsoon rains cause widespread flooding in the Philippines, the risk of leptospirosis is escalating. Survivors are warning against wading or bathing in floodwaters, while authorities are reinforcing public health advisories.
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