DAVAO CITY, Oct. 21 -- The Department of Health-Davao Region (DOH-11) on Tuesday urged the public to take preventive measures against illnesses commonly associated with the El Nino phenomenon and rising temperatures.

In an advisory, DOH-11 said prolonged hot weather increases the risk of dehydration, heat-related illnesses, and other health concerns, particularly among children, senior citizens, outdoor workers, and individuals with existing medical conditions.

The health agency advised the public to drink eight to 10 glasses of water daily, even when not feeling thirsty, to prevent dehydration.

Households were also encouraged to keep windows and doors open whenever feasible and use electric fans to promote indoor air circulation and ...