Some Filipinos are experiencing fear and anxiety as social media is buzzing about the recent increase in influenza-like illnesses (ILIs) in the country.
However, what is an ILI and what does it mean?
Influenza-like illnesses
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), ILIs are contagious illnesses caused by several different viruses or bacteria that cause infections in the nose, throat, or lungs.
WHO said seasonal influenza is a common occurrence around the world and that most people recover without treatment.
The Department of Health recently
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