The Department of Health is now awaiting the results of the latest round of medical examinations of a Filipino nurse from Saudi Arabia. The Filipina nurse tested positive for MERS-Corona Virus or MERS-CoV.
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HIV and AIDS cases in the Philppines, rising
The Department of Health expressed its worries about the rising number of HIV and AIDS cases in the country, with 600 new cases being recorded last July.
DOH will release template for cigarette graphic warning
Next month, the Department of Health will release the template that will be used for the graphic warning which will be used on cigarette packages.
New malaria parasite enters Southeast Asia
A new strain of malaria, one that is drug-resistant, has been spotted in Southeast Asia, with the Philippines already preparing for said disease. The Department of Health is currently disseminating information about this new malaria strain, further adding the 50% of the provinces are already malaria free.
DOH proposes mandatory medical clearance for returning OFWs
To prevent the spread of the Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Corona Virus, Department of Health Assistant Secretary Dr. Eric Tayag proposes a mandatory medical clearance for returning OFWs, especially from countries reported to have the disease.
