Vanessa V. Icasiano, MD - General Surgeon

28/03/2024

𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐓𝐔𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐒 𝐇𝐀𝐒 𝐀 𝐓𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐂𝐀𝐍 𝐁𝐄 𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐃
27 March 2024

The Department of Health (DOH) continues to monitor and act on Pertussis (Filipino: Ubong Dalahit, o Tusperina) in the country.

National data show 28 new cases recorded from March 10 to 16, bringing the total to 568 from January 1 to March 16, 2024. Forty Pertussis deaths have been reported. The total number of cases for the same time period in 2023 was only 26, making this year’s tally to date more than 20 times from that of last year.

Regions with the most number of local government units showing case increases thus far are: CALABARZON, Metro Manila, Western Visayas, MIMAROPA, and Central Visayas. Metro Manila accounted for 27% (58 cases) of the total confirmed cases among all regions.

Of the total Pertussis cases thus far recorded, at least six out of ten (356, 62.7%) were infants below 6 months of age. Three out of four (270, 75.8%) of these infants were either unvaccinated, or had an unknown vaccination history. Of the total number of cases regardless of age, close to seven out of ten (384, 67.6%) were either unvaccinated, or had an unknown vaccination history.

On a biweekly basis, the number of new Pertussis cases did rise from the weeks of February 4 and 11 (122 cases) to the weeks of February 18 and 25 (149 cases). This has gone down to only 73 new cases in the weeks of March 3 and 10. While this may show an improvement, the DOH is cautious in interpreting the trend as the number of cases may still change as there may be late consultations and reports.

Pertussis starts as a mild cough and cold that lasts about two weeks, followed by paroxysms or fits of coughing which lasts up to six weeks. There is a characteristic “whooping” or high pitched sound (“huni”) in between coughs, especially when inhaling. There can also be vomiting immediately after coughing, and low-grade fever. Infants may not present with cough; instead, they may turn cyanotic or bluish when coughing.

Compared to cough found in other diseases, the distinct “whoop” or high pitched sound of Pertussis is unique. Bronchial asthma may also have a similar sound, but only during asthma attacks and often without fever or the other symptoms.

Pertussis is caused by bacteria – either Bordetella pertussis, or Bordetella parapertussis. Antibiotics are available and effective against them. A doctor will prescribe a course of treatment that should start as early as possible. Depending on the antibiotic used and the age and condition of the patient, treatment may run from 4 to 14 days. It is important to consult a doctor and use antibiotics only as prescribed. Do not self-medicate, and always complete the number of days.

Pertussis is a respiratory disease. It is transmitted from person to person through coughing or sneezing. This transmission may be prevented by good respiratory hygiene: cover coughs and sneezing – do so into disposable tissues/wipes, or the elbow or upper arm (not hands). Wash hands often, or use alcohol if soap and water are not readily available.

Vaccination is safe and effective against Pertussis. As of March 25, there are 64,400 doses of “pentavalent” vaccines in the country. The DOH is expecting 3 million more pentavalent doses arriving at the soonest possible time.

Pentavalent vaccines include protection against “DPT” (Diphtheria, Pertussis, and Tetanus), in addition to Hepatitis B and Hemophilus influenza type B. Infants as young as 6 weeks may already be given this vaccine for free at government health centers. Children from 1-6 years of age may get a booster dose. Older children, as well as adults are advised to consult a doctor or health center for advice on the appropriate vaccine. Pregnant women may ask about the “Tdap” vaccine, which allows for protection of their soon to be born babies against Pertussis.

“The medical field has known Pertussis for a long time now. We have antibiotics that can treat it. Vaccines are safe and effective against whooping cough; DOH is redistributing on hand doses to where they are needed the most. In consultation with President Marcos, I have already ordered to fast-track the arrival of 3 million more doses. Please be assured while also being alert. We can fight this,” said Health Secretary Dr. Teodoro J. Herbosa.

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18/11/2021

Gusto mo bang mag-volunteer sa November 29, 30, or December 1 bilang:
- Health screener
- Vaccinator
- Post-vaccination monitors
- Health educators
- Registration Personnel
- Encoder
- Data consolidator o tallier

Mag-register sa tinyurl.com/3fxytrjm o i-scan lang ang QR code! For more information, check out the NVOC advisory here: bit.ly/BayanihanBakunahanVolunteers.

Sama-sama tayo sa at maging bayani para sa kapwa nating Pilipino!



Plus sa COVID-19

03/11/2021

29/10/2021

MAGANDANG BALITA NOVELETANIANS!

Ang Bayan ng Noveleta ay magsisimula na sa pagbabakuna sa mga may edad 12-17 na may karamdaman (comorbidity) sa araw ng Miyerkules, NOVEMBER 3, 2021.

Tayo ang KAUNA-UNAHANG BAYAN sa buong Lalawigan ng Cavite na magbabakuna sa mga kabataan.

Sa mga nakapagparehistro na, maghintay ng text message at ihanda ang mga sumusunod na dokumento:

1. Katunayan ng edad (Birth certificate PSA o LCR copy)
2. Katunayan ng relasyon sa bata (birth certificate, baptismal, school record, notarized affidavit of guardianship, insurance policy, solo parent ID, etc)
3. Medical certificate of valid DOH comorbidity para sa pedia A3 na category
4. Proof or residency (valid ID, barangay ID, barangay certificate, etc).

Sa mga hindi pa nagpaparehistro, ito po ang link ng google form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfNpI4BaOGtXrzmKYb73c5W1vlP74NNlT8x_hFO-uw-aBrNAg/viewform?fbclid=IwAR0-dj7X5ZztLJ4Aivxk8e_tIfG5WQ4vOS0R_TC3gTTOBzAFEAygajkYHTo

MAHALAGANG PAALALA:

- TANGING TAGA NOVELETA LAMANG muna ang aming babakunahan sa mga edad 12-17.
- PANAMANTALA DIN TAYONG TITIGIL sa pagpapabakuna sa mga mamamayan ng ibang Bayan simula November 3.

Maraming salamat po.

11/10/2021

Online Consultation 9am-8pm (mon-sat) depending on availability of doctor (surgeon)
Only for non-emergency SURGERY cases.
Please send private message with your name, age and s*x, location, chief complaint, brief history of illness.

Please take note of the time and day... Doctor may not always be able to check the FB page due to face to face clinic schedule and operations in the hospital.

Consultation fees apply which may be settled via gcash or BPI qr code.

22/09/2021

Nangangambang magpabakuna? Huwag matakot dahil ang bakuna ay LIGTAS, EPEKTIBO AT LIBRE!

Sa higit 33 milyong nagpabakuna sa bansa, 99.82% ang HINDI nakaranas ng hindi kaaya-ayang reakson.

Para sa karagdagang kaalaman ukol sa pagpapabakuna, bumisita sa https://doh.gov.ph/vaccines.

Tandaan: Suportahan lamang ang FDA-approved na bakuna laban sa COVID-19 para sa kumpletong proteksyon!

30/08/2021

HIGHEST SINCE THE START OF THE PANDEMIC.

Nakapagtala ang DOH ng 22,366 na karagdagang kaso ng ngayong Lunes, Agosto 30, 2021. Dahil dito, umakyat na sa 1,976,202 ang kabuuang bilang ng mga nagpositibo sa naturang sakit sa Pilipinas.

Umabot na rin sa 148,594 ang bilang ng mga aktibong kaso ng sa bansa.

Kasabay nito, naitala rin ng Health department ang 16,864 na gumaling kaya umakyat na sa 1,794,278 ang bilang ng mga nakarekober mula sa COVID-19.

Umabot naman sa 222 ang bilang ng mga bagong nasawi; 33,330 sa kabuuan.

BASAHIN DITO ang buong ulat: https://news.abs-cbn.com/news/08/30/21/philippines-lists-record-high-22366-new-covid-19-cases

30/08/2021

Please Stay at home if you have nothing important to do.(avoid crowded places)
Please get registered for vaccination and follow up your schedule. (Wear face mask and faceshield properly while at the Vax site)
Please wash your hands frequently/sanitize your belongings.
Please be healthy.

Ngayong 4 PM, Agosto 30, 2021, ang Department of Health ay nakapagtala ng 22,366 na karagdagang kaso ng COVID-19. Samantala ay mayroon namang naitalang 16,864 na gumaling at 222 na pumanaw.

Sa kabuuang bilang ng mga naitalang kaso sa bansa, 7.5% (148,594) ang aktibong kaso, 90.8% (1,794,278) na ang gumaling, at 1.69% (33,330) ang namatay.

Ayon sa pinakahuling ulat, lahat ng mga laboratoryo ay operational noong August 28, 2021 habang mayroong 2 laboratoryo na hindi nakapagsumite ng datos sa COVID-19 Document Repository System (CDRS). Base sa datos sa nakaraang 14 na araw, ang kontribusyon ng 2 labs na ito ay humigit kumulang 0.1% sa lahat ng samples na naitest at 0.1% sa lahat ng positibong mga indibidwal.

Sa mga susunod na araw ay maari pang tumaas ang ating mga kaso ng COVID-19. Ang pagsunod sa minimum public health standards, maiging pagsasagawa ng PDITR strategies, at pagbabakuna ay nanatiling pinakapabisang depensa sa COVID-19. Mahalaga rin na tayo ay mag-isolate at makipagugnayan sa BHERTs kung tayo ay may sintomas ng COVID-19. Ang maagang konsultasyon at pagpapatest ay makatutulong upang maputol ang hawaan sa mga bahay, komunidad, at sa mga lugar na pinagtatrabahuhan.

Para sa karagdagang detalye, bisitahin ang aming pampublikong site: www.doh.gov.ph/covid19tracker.

10/08/2021

Mag rehistro sa bakuna Laban COVID-19, iligtas ang sarili, iligtas ang pamilya
https://www.facebook.com/104943701091383/posts/334774344774983/

10/08/2021

COVID-19 vaccines only contain safe ingredients