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PH records low influenza-like illness in 2024

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00:00The Department of Health advises the public to practice good hygiene like covering coughs,
00:05staying home when sick, and washing hands often as the cooler Amihan season continues.
00:11This season can increase respiratory problems like allergies and infections.
00:16The DOH reports lower influenza-like illness or ILI as of December 31, 2024, a 17 percent
00:25decrease from the previous year.
00:28Common viruses causing ILI include rhinovirus, enterovirus, and influenza A. The DOH also
00:36notes an increase in human metapneumovirus or HMPV cases worldwide, but HMPV symptoms
00:46are usually mild.
00:47Severe cases are rare but may affect infants, the elderly, and people with weak immune systems
00:55or lung conditions.
00:56The DOH encourages people, especially those at high risk, to wash hands frequently, avoid
01:03crowded places, and seek medical care for severe symptoms.
01:07Secretary Teodoro Herboza emphasized the importance of boosting immunity through proper food,
01:13exercise, and discipline.
01:15Meanwhile, face masks remain optional.

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