28/05/2025
🦠 Philippines Mpox (Monkeypox) Situation Update
📅 As of May 28, 2025
The Department of Health (DOH) and regional health units across the Philippines continue to monitor and respond to confirmed and suspected cases of monkeypox (mpox) in multiple areas. Below is a summary of the latest cases and public safety advisories.
📍 Iloilo City (Western Visayas)
Confirmed Cases: 1
Suspected Cases: 4 under close observation
The DOH Western Visayas has increased surveillance in seaports and airports, particularly at Iloilo International Airport, to prevent the spread of the virus.
Source: Manila Standard
📍 Mindanao
Total Confirmed Cases: 19
South Cotabato: 10
Sultan Kudarat: 3
Maguindanao del Norte (BARMM): 2
North Cotabato: 1
Davao City: 2
Zamboanga Sibugay: 1
Suspected Cases under Surveillance (BARMM): 6
Locations: Cotabato City, Maguindanao del Norte, Maguindanao del Sur
Local health units have reinforced isolation protocols and contact tracing.
Source: Philippine Information Agency, SunStar, DOH BARMM
📍 Baguio City (Cordillera Administrative Region)
Confirmed Cases (January–February 2025): 4
Patients are currently isolated and under strict health monitoring.
Preventive measures are in place, especially during large public gatherings like the Panagbenga Festival.
Source: Rappler, Manila Bulletin
🛡️ Public Health Safety Measures (English)
To reduce transmission and protect communities:
🧼 Wash hands frequently with soap and water or use alcohol-based hand sanitizers
😷 Avoid close contact with individuals who exhibit symptoms (fever, rash, swollen lymph nodes)
🛌 Do not share personal items (e.g., towels, utensils)
🧴 Disinfect commonly touched surfaces
🏥 Seek immediate medical attention for any symptoms
🧍♂️ Wear face masks in crowded places
🏡 Isolate suspected symptomatic individuals in the household
Local governments such as Cagayan de Oro and Digos City have implemented mask mandates and are preparing quarantine facilities and information drives.
⚠️ Pampublikong Paalala: Maiiwasan ang Mpox
Ano ang Mpox?
Isang viral infection na naipapasa sa pamamagitan ng malapit na kontak sa taong may sintomas.
Sintomas:
Lagnat
Pantal sa balat
Pamamaga ng kulani
Pananakit ng katawan
Mga Dapat Gawin:
🧼 Maghugas ng kamay nang madalas
😷 Iwasan ang may sintomas ng mpox
🛌 Huwag gumamit ng personal na gamit ng iba
🧴 Panatilihing malinis ang paligid
🏥 Kumonsulta agad kung may sintomas
🧍♂️ Magsuot ng face mask sa mataong lugar
🏡 I-isolate agad ang may sintomas sa bahay
👨👩👧👦 Para sa Kaligtasan ng Pamilya:
Turuan ang mga bata na umiwas sa taong may pantal
Huwag dumalo sa matataong event kung hindi kinakailangan
Alamin ang tamang impormasyon mula sa DOH
📢 “Ang impormasyon ay para sa kaligtasan, hindi para manakot.”
👉 Para sa opisyal na updates, bisitahin ang: www.doh.gov.ph
✅ Key Message: Stay Informed, Stay Safe
This advisory is part of the national effort to keep the public informed and protected. The government urges everyone to remain calm, follow health guidelines, and stay connected to official sources for verified updates.
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