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Eric Tayag named DOH undersecretary

(Eagle News) — Infectious diseases physician Eric Tayag has been named an undersecretary of the Department of Health. DOH officer-in-charge Ma. Rosario Vergeire made the confirmation in a briefing. According to Vergeire, Tayag’s specific assignment was still being determined “based on his capacity so he can help the department more.” The Palace has not released information as of yet on Tayag’s appointment. Tayag already served as DOH undersecretary during the administration of former President Benigno […]

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Pres. Duterte appoints trailblazer chief of Southern PHL Medical Center as new DOH Usec

New DOH Usec points out things he could help improve on in DOH including coordination, harmonization of work with IATF and with community’s needs   (Eagle News) — President Rodrigo Duterte has appointed the head of the Southern Philippines Medical Center in Davao City as the new undersecretary of the Department of Health (DOH) after expressing his disappointment with the slow release of cash benefits to health care workers who were severely affected by COVID-19, […]

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