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January 3, 2024
The Department of Health (DOH) continues to improve its mandate of bringing quality health-care services to all Filipinos nationwide. For the year 2023, the agency was busy on the establishment of health-care facilities, especially in the provinces, that would provide state-of-the-art medical services. It has been productive in bringing laboratory…
January 2, 2024
SP New Energy Corp. (SPNEC) is “expediting” the development of its P200-billion solar farm in Nueva Ecija and Bulacan, bannering it as the “world’s largest solar project.” Implemented by its subsidiary Terra Solar Philippines Inc., the Terra Solar Project involves the installation of over 5 million solar panels with a…
January 1, 2024
The youngest recorded victim is an 11-month old who suffered burns on the face and right eye. Five people were also injured due to stray bullets, the DOH says.
January 1, 2024
The boy also hurt his neck. Read more at straitstimes.com.
January 1, 2024
Department of Health (DOH) reports 116 fresh incidents of fireworks injuries
January 1, 2024
Department of Health reports increase in fireworks-related injuries during 2024 New Year's celebrations, with 231 cases. Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa attributes surge to absence of pandemic restrictions. 11 victims required amputation, majority of cases in NCR. Legal fireworks caused 56% of injuries. DOH urges promotion of community fireworks displays to prevent future injuries. #FireworksInjuries #NewYear2024
January 1, 2024
The Philippines’ Health Undersecretary Eric Tayag on Dec 31 pushed for a crackdown on vendors of illegal firecrackers after a four-year-old boy lost all the fingers on his right hand when he lighted a “dart bomb” inside his house in Central Luzon.
January 1, 2024
(UPDATED) The DILG sent a report to the Ombudsman, saying 'there are troubling findings of serious illegal acts which may have severe legal implications.' What's next?
December 31, 2023
The Department of Health on Sunday, New Year’s Eve, logged an additional eight cases of firecracker-related injuries, bringing the total number of victims this holiday season to 115.
December 30, 2023
Stay informed about the alarming rise in firecracker-related injuries as the Department of Health reports over 100 cases just before New Year's Eve. Discover the latest statistics, top causes, and regions most affected, shedding light on the need for safety measures during the festive season. Read more on SunStar Philippines.