The Province of Albay, in the Bicol Region of the Philippines, on the southeastern part of the island of Luzon, reported 14 dengue deaths between April and August this year, a significant increase compared with 3 deaths reported in 2025.
On September 10, 2026, the Sangguniang Panlalawigan ng Albay approved the declaration of a State of Calamity due to the increasing number of dengue cases (1,785) in the province of Albay.
Cases involve individuals aged 2 months to 92 years old (Median: 15 years). Nine (9) cities/municipalities reported increases in dengue cases. The largest percentage increases were observed in Malilipot (884%), Daraga (357%), Bacacay (344%), and Sto. Domingo (300%).
Emerging Infectious Diseases and Global Health Security
Nationally, 161,925 dengue cases were reported to date in 2026, a 31% decrease from 233,155 cases reported in the same period last year.