Tag: Health Secretary Janette Garin

Aquino hints at attending Senate inquiry into Dengvaxia mess

(Eagle News) — Former President Benigno Aquino III on Tuesday hinted at attending the Senate hearing on the Dengvaxia mess. “We want to participate in telling the truth to the people, as we have always done; at the same time, observing compliance to various laws, rules and traditions,” Aquino said in a text message to the media. Aquino added he has already received the invitation to attend the hearing to be held by the blue […]

DOH: “4S” key against Zika virus

MANILA, Feb. 3 — The Health Department addresses the public to remember and use ‘4S’ against Zika virus and other mosquito-borne diseases. The 4S means Search & destroy mosquito breeding places, use Self-protection measures, Seek early consultation for fever lasting more than 2 days, and Say yes to fogging when there is an impending outbreak. “The first step to prevent mosquito-borne diseases is within our homes. We should not only remember the information being delivered by DOH to […]