Manila, May 19 -- The Department of Health in the Cordillera Administrative Region (DOH-CAR) on Monday reminded residents to destroy possible mosquito breeding sites as the wet season approaches.

In a public advisory, the agency reported a total of 2,171 cases of dengue from Jan. 1 to May 10, a 28-percent increase from the 1,698 cases recorded during the same period last year.

Five dengue-related deaths were also recorded during the five-month period.

To combat dengue, people are advised to observe the 4S strategy: Search and Destroy (mosquito breeding sites); Secure self-protection; Seek early consultation; and Support spraying in hotspot areas to prevent an outbreak.

They are also urged to practice the 4Ts against dengue: Taob (inve...