While no Omicron coronavirus variant had been detected in the Philippines yet, the public is advised to remain vigilant and as much as possible go virtual with holiday parties this December. “[K]ung makita ninyo po iyong cases sa Norway ‘di ba mayroon silang malaking party na nagkaroon ng maraming positive cases (If you will see what happened in Norway, several positive cases were detected after a party there) – 30 of whom have been confirmed to be Omicron variant. Kaya siguro po mas maganda po ngayong taon mag-virtual Christmas party po muna tayo kung puwede (This is why I think
The provinces of Surigao del Sur and Surigao del Norte and four cities registered zero coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) cases on Friday. In a report on Saturday, the Department of Health (DOH) 13 (Caraga) said the cities of Butuan, Surigao, Cabadbaran, and Bislig likewise logged zero infections. The agency also reported 10 new cases, 23 new recoveries, and two deaths that day. Overall, Region 13 has 49,008 infections — 46,882 recoveries, 243 active cases, and 1,883 deaths. Five of the new cases were recorded in Agusan del Sur, two in Bayugan City, and one case each in Agusan del Norte,
A total of 298,094 individuals here have received their second dose of coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) vaccines since the inoculation program started last March. The number represents 42.90 percent of the city’s target eligible population of 694,696 individuals. The City Health Office (CHO) opened on Saturday four walk-in vaccination centers for pediatrics and adults (first dose) and two sites for the second dose and pre-registered vaccinees as the inoculation program continues. Data released by the CHO showed that most of those fully vaccinated belong to the A4 priority group or the front-line personnel in the essential sector with 93,424. Followed
Health officials are pushing for more prevention and treatment awareness as 1,279 cases of the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) were recorded in Cagayan Valley from September to November. Most of those afflicted with the virus that causes the acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) belong to the 25-34-age bracket. The youngest is aged one and the oldest 67 years old. Ninety-five percent of the patients are men, with majority of cases acquired through transmission. Dr. Janet Ibay of the Department of Health – Center for Health Development said in a Friday news briefing they are holding free HIV screenings every weekend in
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) takes pride in its volunteers who are always first, ready, and willing to reach out to serve no matter what the circumstances are. As the spirit of volunteerism is at the heart of the PRC, the country’s premier humanitarian organization highlights the unwavering commitment of its volunteers as it celebrates International Volunteer Day on Sunday to bring hope in the form of countless acts of kindness. For over 74 years, PRC volunteers have continuously dedicated their time and effort to ensure the inclusion of those often left behind. “We have always been at the forefront
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) opened a Philippine passport renewal center in Los Angeles, the first in North America, to cater to the growing demand for the service. The DFA on Saturday said it is a testament to the Philippine government’s “untiring push to make consular services more accessible” to overseas Filipinos worldwide. “The Philippine ePassport Renewal Center (PaRC) system supplements and strengthens the consular operations of our 94 embassies and consulates around the world. It radically reduces the pressure to get more things done faster and faster until more and more mistakes are made or the public is
