Pioneer Insurance reminds parents to stay vigilant against dengue amid Dengue Awareness Month

Pioneer Insurance is encouraging parents to make insurance protection part of their back-to-school preparations, as the opening of classes coincides with Dengue Awareness Month.

“As children return to school, they spend more time outside the home, increasing their exposure to mosquitoes and possible accidents. While parents cannot always be physically present to protect their children, they can still show care by ensuring they have a financial safety net when unexpected health or accident risks happen,” said Jo-I Kapunan, Accident and Health Insurance Head of Pioneer Insurance.

Based on data previously reported by the Department of Health, dengue cases in the country reached more than 15,000 from July to August 2025, underscoring a health risk that can quickly become a financial burden for families. A sudden dengue diagnosis can lead to unexpected medical costs, disrupt savings meant for school, cause missed school days, and add stress at an already busy time for parents.

This is where Pioneer encourages parents to prepare ahead. By making insurance part of their back-to-school essentials, families can have added financial support when health concerns arrive without warning.

Among its accessible health solutions is MediCash Dengue Insurance, which provides 12-month coverage with P10,000 medical cash assistance upon dengue diagnosis.

Priced at P350 per year per person, the product does not require hospitalization to claim and may be used on top of PhilHealth and HMO benefits. It is available for individuals aged 14 days old to 70 years old.

Pioneer also offers Ooopsie! Personal Accident Insurance and MediCash Leptospirosis, covering accident-related and health risks that come with P.E. classes, sports activities, daily school commutes, and more.

Kapunan shares, “Through affordable coverages, together, we can focus more on care and recovery instead of worrying about where to get support during difficult moments.”

Through its accessible insurance solutions, Pioneer Insurance continues to support Filipino families in building a stronger culture of awareness and readiness, reiterating how having financial protection is one meaningful way to show care to children as they face life in school.

Parents can learn more about Pioneer’s health and accident products and avail via https://insureshop.ph/health.

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