DOH Confirms First Case of Coronavirus in PH CORONAVIRUS UPDATE – The Department of Health confirmed the first case of 2019 novel coronavirus in the Philippines. On Thursday (January 30, 2020), Health Secretary Francisco Duque confirmed that the Philippines has now the first case of nCoV. Duque said that a 38-year-old Chinese patient under investigation … Read more
BOC Monitors Entry Of ‘Ukay-Ukay’ Amid Coronavirus Scare CORONAVIRUS – The Bureau of Customs (BOC) monitor the entry of ‘ukay-ukay’ items in the country amid coronavirus scare. Following a previous article, several countries have banned citizens from Wuhan, China to visit their country due to the spread of the deadly novel coronavirus or nCoV. Antique … Read more
Bohol Ramp Up Efforts Amid Novel Coronavirus Threat BOHOL – The Provincial government of Bohol are taking precautionary measures amid novel coronavirus threat. The novel coronavirus or 2019 nCoV is common among animals. It can now be transmitted from animals to humans. The outbreak began in Wuhan, China in December. In a previous article, the … Read more
How To Avoid Deadly Coronavirus From China CORONAVIRUS – The Department of Health (DOH) released tips on how to avoid deadly new Coronavirus that first emerged in China On Monday, January 22, three (3) Chinese nationals were reportedly quarantined after arriving in Kalibo town, Aklan Province after showing symptoms of the coronavirus from China. The … Read more
DOH Says Diaper, Bra, and Panty Can be Used as Alternative to Face Mask Department of Health (DOH) said that diaper and other undergarments such as bra and panty can be used as an alternative face mask. Since Taal Volcano Eruption emitted heavy ashfall, health officials recommend every resident in the near area to wear … Read more
Health Department Monitors Travelers Due to Mysterious Disease From China MYSTERIOUS DISEASE – The Department OF Health is now monitoring the travelers from China due to a mysterious disease On Monday (January 6, 2020), the Health Department said that they were doubly cautious in checking travelers from China wherein 59 people suffered a mysterious viral … Read more
DOH Warns Firecracker Victims Against Tetanus Infection DOH – The Department of Health (DOH) recently warned those who received injuries from firecracker blasts to seek medical attention. The department added that this is for proper management and the prevention of deadly complications like tetanus infection. According to PhilStar, the department’s website said that tetanus infection … Read more
DOH – More Than 100 Firecracker Injuries Reported DOH – The Department of Health (DOH) said that 124 new cases of fireworks-related injuries, hence, increasing the number to 288 since Dec. 21. The department’s Epidemiology Bureau said, however, that the 288 fireworks cases is lower compared to the 313 incidents recorded for the same period … Read more
DOH: 35% Decline On Firecracker Injuries, Zero Deaths DOH – The Department of Health (DOH) recently reported that there is a 35 percent decline in firework injuries this New Year. The health department said in a press conference at the East Avenue Medical Center in Quezon City that about 102 people were injured due to … Read more
Be aware of your food intake during Christmas parties – DOH The Department of Health (DOH) warned the public to be aware of the food intake during Christmas parties this holiday season. This time of the year, parties and get-togethers between friends, families, and workmates become more frequent than usual. During these parties, one of … Read more