ZIKA ALERT: DFA Warns OFWs Against Zika Virus Transmission

The Philippine government has warned citizens, especially OFWs, to be alert against the spread of Zika virus. After the cases of Zika virus continue to increase in some Asian countries like Singapore and Malaysia, the Philippine government has called the Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) to take good care of self and be alert in order to … Read more

DOH: Philippines Is Still Locally-Transmitted Zika Virus Free

The DOH said there are no locally-transmitted Zika infections recorded in the Philippines. Even some countries, like Singapore, are now doing their best to contain the Zika virus after reports of local transmission, the Department of Health said the Philippines is still free from the virus. On Friday, DOH Secretary Dr. Paulyn Rosell-Ubial maintained that the Philippines … Read more