Quezon City logs spike in COVID-19 cases in 3 weeks

Quezon City in the Philippines is experiencing a notable surge in COVID-19 cases, with infections climbing from 23 to 84 within the last three weeks. The city's epidemiology and surveillance unit reported the increase, highlighting a concerning trend in local transmission.

The data reveals that a substantial portion of the new cases, approximately 30%, involves children aged 14 and below. Additionally, adults aged 25 to 29 and senior citizens aged 60 and above each represent 16% of the confirmed cases. Women accounted for the majority of infections, with 66 cases (62%) compared to 41 cases (38%) among men. District 4 reported the highest number of cases, followed by District 1.

Dr. Rolly Cruz, head of the Quezon City Epidemiology and Surveillance Division, stressed the ongoing threat of COVID-19, especially to senior citizens. "We are advising our senior citizens to take care because the threat of COVID to our seniors, who are among the most vulnerable, especially those with comorbidities, remains the same," he stated in a dzMM interview.

Despite the rise in cases, Dr. Cruz noted that those who tested positive are experiencing only mild symptoms. The local government is actively conducting case monitoring and disease surveillance. Authorities are reinforcing public health advisories, encouraging respiratory hygiene practices such as wearing masks, frequent hand washing, and staying home when sick. Immediate medical consultation is advised for children and senior citizens exhibiting any symptoms.

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We are advising our senior citizens to take care because the threat of COVID to our seniors, who are among the most vulnerable, especially those with comorbidities, remains the same.