By Felipe V. Celino
ROXAS CITY, Capiz – Seven people have died from leptospirosis in Capiz between Jan. 1 and May 31, 2025, according to the Provincial Health Office.
The Capiz PHO’s weekly notifiable diseases bulletin reported three deaths in Maayon and one each in President Roxas, Pilar, Cuartero and Ivisan.
The PHO also recorded 28 confirmed leptospirosis cases during the same period.
This marks a 47.37 percent increase compared to 19 cases reported in the same timeframe last year.
Leptospirosis is a bacterial infection caused by Leptospira, which can affect humans, dogs, rodents and other animals.
Symptoms may range from none to mild or severe.
Common signs include high fever, red eyes, headache, muscle pain and abdominal discomfort.
Symptoms typically appear two days to four weeks after exposure.
