MANILA, (PIA) — Mayor Jeannie Sandoval called on residents to join the city’s campaign against dengue disease following a simultaneous clean-up drive carried out across various neighborhoods on Friday.
“Health remains our priority, as it is fundamental to the well-being of every resident in our city,” Mayor Sandoval said. “With increasing reports of dengue cases in neighboring areas, we are prepared to ensure the safety of our citizens. We are conducting clean-up drives to eliminate mosquito breeding grounds.”
The City Health Department (CHD) reported 151 dengue cases in Malabon from January 1 to February 1, 2025. Barangay Longos recorded the highest incidence with 29 suspected infections, while Barangays Flores, Acacia, Muzon, and Bayan-bayanan each reported one case.
In response to these findings, around 260 city personnel, led by the City Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO), conducted clean-up operations in identified dengue “hot spots,” including Magsaysay and S. Pascual Streets in Barangay San Agustin, C. Perez Street and Palmario II in Barangay Tonsuya, and Sampaguita Street in Barangay Potrero.
CENRO reported the collection of 1,590 sacks of waste, comprising plastic materials, wooden debris, and candy wrappers, from these targeted areas. Daily clean-up efforts are also underway in the city’s waterways.
To further combat dengue, the CHD urged residents to follow the 4S Strategy:
- Search and Destroy breeding sites
- Secure Self-Protection
- Support Fogging and Spraying
- Seek Early Consultation
Active communication between community leaders, city departments, and other agencies continues to monitor clean-up activities and the status of dengue cases.
Another simultaneous clean-up drive is scheduled for later dates, with specific locations to be announced soon through the official social media pages of Malabon City and Mayor Jeannie Sandoval.
“Through our ongoing clean-up activities, we remind our fellow Malabueno residents to be vigilant and responsible regarding their environment, keeping it clean and conducive to health,” said City Administrator Dr. Alexander Rosete. (JCO/PIA-NCR)
(Cover photo courtesy: Malabon PIO)
