Man offered COVID-19 vaccine slot for P12,500
Up to P12,500 was allegedly offered to a man for a COVID-19 vaccine slot. “Sa classmate ko po noong college. Out of the blue lang po minessage niya ako na …
San Juan City targets to vaccinate 4K daily
San Juan City Mayor Francisc Zamora announced that by June, the San Juan City government is targeting to vaccinate up to 4,000 residents per day against COVID-19. According to Zamora, …
SWS: 63% of adult Filipinos prefer US-made COVID-19 vaccines
The national Social Weather Survey of April 28– May 2, 2021 found 63% of adult Filipinos choosing the United States of America (USA) as their preferred source of Covid-19 vaccines. …
Over 74K QC residents fully vaccinated against COVID-19
Around 74,556 Quezon City residents have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19, according to a councilor on Tuesday. As many as 235,052 residents have already received the first dose of COVID-19 …
Non-disclosure of vaccine brand to create doubt among public: Gatchalian
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian said the Health Department’s non-disclosure of vaccine brand policy would not increase the vaccine confidence of the public. “Personally, it will not help to overcome fear. It …
Gatchalian: Vaccinate general public by June
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian asked the government to start the COVID-19 vaccination of the general public or to “those who are willing” next month. “We’re now in our third month of …
Garin proposes giving P10K aid to COVID-19 patients under Bayanihan 3
Former Health Secretary Janette Garin and now Iloilo Representative Janette Garin recommended that the government give P10,000 to COVID-19 patients under the Bayanihan 3 bill. “Kapag ikaw ay isaswab. And …
COA: Zambales bought food packs from books, agri products suppliers
The Commission on Audit (COA) questioned Zambales’ purchase of P61-million worth of food and aid supplies during the COVID-19 lockdown. The products were purchased from companies not selling food but …
CHED clarifies flexible learning policy
Flexible learning is not limited to online classes that are now being implemented in Philippine colleges and universities, Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Chairman Prospero de Vera said Monday. According …
DOH not in favor of allocating most vaccines to NCR Plus
Although the number of COVID-19 cases continues to decline in NCR Plus and nationwide, the Department of Health (DOH) has repeatedly warned that the threat of the virus remains. In …
‘Green lane’ for vaccinated travelers proposed
The Department of Tourism has suggested a “green lane” for travelers already vaccinated against COVID-19. Under this, the travel protocol may be more relaxed. Tourism Secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat said they …
Michael Cinco slams Miss Universe Canada team
Dubai-based Filipino fashion designer Michael Cinco slammed some Miss Universe Canada organization members and even its candidate. “The gown was sent late by Michael’s team, and when it arrived, none …
Police officer involved in shooting young man with special needs
A police officer was involved in the shooting of an 18-year-old man with special needs in Valenzuela. Helen Arnigo mourned the sudden death of her 18-year-old son Edwin. On Sunday, …
Board member allegedly punched admin, splashed water on LGU officials in Sorsogon
A consultation in Irosin town, Sorsogon, on Friday regarding the province’s Anti-COVID-19 information caravan ended in chaos. This was after Provincial Board member Ed Atutubo allegedly splashed water on Municipal …
Ban on travelers vaccinated with Sinovac, Sinopharm probed
The Department of Health has asked the Foreign Affairs to confirm reports that some countries ban travelers vaccinated with Sinovac or Sinopharm COVID-19 vaccine. According to social media posts that …
Mental hospital in CamSur under lockdown
A mental health facility in Pili town, Camarines Sur, was subjected to total lockdown after 15 patients and 1 health worker tested positive for COVID-19. Patients from the male ward …
Marikina appealed for additional COVID-19 vaccines
The local government unit of Marikina City has appealed for additional COVID-19 vaccines, especially as the city’s remaining dosages are declining. According to the city government, the remaining 1,600 doses …
Red Cross conducts over 3 million COVID-19 tests
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) has conducted more than 3 million swabs and saliva tests since they began on April 14, 2020. According to the PRC, a total of 3,010,432 …
Those selling vaccine slots will be jailed: MMDA
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) leadership has warned those behind the illegal sale of vaccine slots. The alleged “reserving” of COVID-19 vaccines and injection slots in Mandaluyong and San …
Philippines 2nd in vaccination rollout in Southeast Asia
The Philippines ranks second in the state of vaccination rollout in Southeast Asia after 4,097,425 doses were distributed to the people, according to the National Task Force Against COVID-19 this …
Doctors request to place Negros Oriental under ECQ
A group of doctors in Negros Oriental demanded that the province be returned to enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) due to the kick-off of COVID-19 cases there. “We know that there …
Over 2,000 people bathed in river in Bulacan
Police investigate more than 2,000 people who bathe in the river in Barangay Matictic in Norzagaray town, Bulacan. According to Police. Col. Lawrence Cajipe, director of the Bulacan Police Provincial …
NTF-ELCAC dares Makabayan bloc to denounce ‘terrible crimes’ of communist rebels
The National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-ELCAC) on Monday asked the Makabayan lawmakers to condemn the ‘terrible crimes’ by the communist rebels. NTF-ELCAC spokesperson on social …
House panel approves Bayanihan 3 substitute bill
The House Committee on Economic Affairs and Committee on Social Services approved substitute bill and committee report on Bayanihan 3. According to Speaker Lord Allan Velasco, at least 290 members …
300k doses of Moderna COVID-19 vaccine to arrive June 21
Philippine Ambassador to the United States, Jose Manuel Romualdez, said Monday that at least 300,000 doses of Moderna COVID-19 vaccine are expected to arrive in the country by June 21. …
OCTA: Vaccinate 50% of NCR, 6 other high-risk areas’ population
The OCTA Research group urged the government Monday to vaccinate 50% of the population in Metro Manila and six other areas at high risk to achieve herd immunity. The team …