DAVAO CITY (June 2) – The Philippine Society for Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (PSMID) clarified on Monday that wearing face masks is not effective in preventing monkeypox (Mpox) transmission, as the virus is not airborne. In a Facebook post, PSMID explained that the variant currently in the Philippines—Clade 2—spreads primarily through prolonged close contact, such … [Read more...] about PSMID: Face masks not effective for Mpox prevention
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“Inday is Circumcised!” — Lapu-Lapu Mayor hails LGBT participants in Free Tuli Drive
DAVAO CITY (May 31) — "Inday is circumcised!" exclaimed Mayor Junard “Ahong” Chan as he shared photos of a unique milestone for some members of the LGBT community who took part in the city's Free Tuli program last Saturday. They may go by Inday now, but they joined the tuli program to honor tradition and take charge of their health,” Chan said. Mayor Chan praised Layla … [Read more...] about “Inday is Circumcised!” — Lapu-Lapu Mayor hails LGBT participants in Free Tuli Drive
10 Mpox cases detected in Davao Region in two months
DOH Urges Public to Avoid Close Physical Contact Amid Rising Infections DAVAO CITY (May 31) — Health authorities have confirmed a total of 10 Mpox (monkeypox) cases in the Davao Region in the past two months, raising concerns in a region with over 5.2 million residents across five provinces, six cities, 43 municipalities, and 1,162 barangays. According to Department of … [Read more...] about 10 Mpox cases detected in Davao Region in two months
Davao del Sur enforces mandatory face masks amid rising Mpox concerns
DAVAO CITY (May 29 ) -- With the re-emergence of Mpox (Monkeypox) cases in parts of the country and globally, the provincial government of Davao del Sur has taken a firm stance to protect its people. Governor Yvonne R. Cagas has issued Executive Order No. 20, Series of 2025, mandating the wearing of face masks in all public places across the province. The measure is part of … [Read more...] about Davao del Sur enforces mandatory face masks amid rising Mpox concerns
Philippines boosts protection for health workers in Mindanao
BUTUAN CITY (May 25) -In armed conflicts and other situations of violence, healthcare workers may face various forms of abuse, severely impacting the quality of services that they provide. The community suffers in such cases because healthcare becomes inaccessible. To minimize the impact of violence and improve the resilience of health care workers in Agusan del Norte and … [Read more...] about Philippines boosts protection for health workers in Mindanao
