The Department of Health in the Philippines reported 8,460 dengue cases in the first two weeks of October, urging the public to eliminate mosquito breeding sites during the rainy season and seek medical attention if symptoms appear.
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Hawaii's state Health Department has reported a confirmed case of travel-related dengue on Oahu, emphasizing that the disease is not established or endemic in the state but is seen in travelers returning from dengue-prone countries. Symptoms include fever, nausea, rash, and body aches, with most people recovering after about a week. The department recommends preparing for travel to dengue-prone areas, taking precautions, and reducing mosquito breeding areas at home to minimize the chances of dengue transmission.