INQUIRER.net: Over 100 leptospirosis cases reported in Olongapo after floods

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Over 100 leptospirosis cases reported in Olongapo after floods Oct 9th 2013, 00:34 OLONGAPO CITY, Philippines—More than 100 cases of leptospirosis have been recorded here two weeks after heavy flooding brought about by rain enhanced by the southwest monsoon engulfed the city, according to Philippine Red Cross (PRC) and local government officials.   PRC chair Richard Gordon said most leptospirosis patients have sought treatment at the James L. Gordon Memorial Hospital (JLGMH). The PRC, he said, was checking reports that at least three people had died from the disease.   Gordon said PRC assessment teams have been sent to Olongapo City and other towns in Zambales and Bataan provinces that had been flooded last month to check the residents' he... Keep on reading: Over 100 leptospirosis cases reported in Olongapo after floods Media files: Philippines-floods.jpg (image/jpeg)

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