CAPIZ –This province records 60 cases of Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease (HFMD), as of Feb. 25, 2022, according to the Capiz Epidemiological Surveillance and Response Unit (CESRU) of the Provincial Health Office.
HFMD is a viral infection common in children under 10 years of age characterized by fluid—filled blisters appearing on the hands, feet, and mouth with or without fever. It is transmitted through droplets or direct contact with nasal discharges, saliva, feces, and fluid from the rashes of an infected individual.
Provincial Health Officer ll Ramon Lex T. Nolasco said that as a proactive response, continuous active case finding through field investigation is being conducted by the CESRU in coordination with the Department of Health and the Local Government Units (LGUs) to immediately trace HFMD cases, prevent its complications, and reduce transmission of infection through health awareness and health education campaigns.
Nolasco appealed to all Capiznons to inform their Barangay Health Care Workers or the Local Health Offices if their children experience symptoms of HFMD.
“As a preventive measure, kindly maintain proper hygiene and basic sanitation at all times,” said Nolasco./PN
