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Detection of new coronavirus variants in Philippines delayed due to lack of kits

In a briefing, Health Undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire said there was a lack of genome sequencing kits in the country. Read more

Active COVID-19 cases hit 61,776 after Philippines logs 6,833 new infections

Local health authorities on Friday reported 6,833 more COVID-19 infections, bringing the national caseload to 1,346,276. Read more

DOH touts efficacy of jabs after vaccinated Indonesians get COVID-19

In a briefing, Health Undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire said real world studies show that all COVID-19 vaccines in the country are effective... Read more

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IATF increases deployment cap on healthcare workers

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The Philippines can now send up to 6,500 healthcare workers abroad yearly after the pandemic response task force increased...

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CHR to look into killing of 3 Lumads, including minor, in Surigao del Sur

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In a statement, the commission denounced the “violent death of these indigenous peoples allegedly perpetrated by the...

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CHR says possible ICC probe should prod gov't to 'do better' on the ground

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"It has become impetus for us to do better on the ground and ensure investigations are carried out, ensure there will be prosecutions," Commissioner...

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Hospital Command Center seeing shortage of healthcare workers

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Hospitals nationwide are suffering from manpower shortage due to rising COVID cases, according to the One Hospital Command...

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STAR top recipient of Rotary Manila journalism award

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The Philippine Star is the top recepient of the Pro Patria Journalism Award 2021 of the Rotary Club of Manila for print media....

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