Herd immunity in PH possible by Q1 of 2021 - Duque

Herd immunity in PH possible by Q1 of 2021 – Duque

Health Secretary Francisco Duque said Thursday the Philippines could achieve herd immunity by the first quarter of 2022, with 500,000 COVID-19 vaccine doses being administered every day. “Supply permitting and …

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WHO, DOH oppose 'vaccine bubble' proposal

WHO, DOH oppose ‘vaccine bubble’ proposal

The World Health Organization (WHO) and the Department of Health oppose the proposed “vaccine bubble,” which would give vaccinated individuals the privilege of access to certain establishments and transportation. The …

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Health workers say DOH giving false hopes

Health workers say DOH giving false hopes

Dr. Jose Fabella Memorial Hospital staff picketed to remind the Department of Health (DOH) that the 10-day deadline for paying their benefits has expired. According to them, only a few …

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DOH-More health workers to receive SRA

DOH: More health workers to receive SRA

The number of health workers who will receive special risk allowance (SRA) will increase. Health Secretary Francisco Duque III said this is due to the Department of Health’s (DOH) ongoing …

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ECQ not effective in some areas - DOH

ECQ not effective in some areas – DOH

Health Secretary Francisco Duque III yesterday confirmed that they held an emergency meeting yesterday after the implemented ECQ in some areas in the country did not help in reducing COVID-19 …

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