Department of Health (DOH) officer in cost Maria Rosario Vergeire visited some hospitals in Metro Manila on Thursday to test their preparedness forward of the New Year’s Eve celebration.
Vergeire, along with key officers, visited the Jose R. Reyes Memorial Medical Center, East Avenue Medical Center, and Amang Rodriguez Memorial Medical Center.
“As we approach the end of the year, we continue to pursue a whole-of-government approach in ensuring the safety of Filipinos. With the support from our hospitals, various government agencies such as the Philippine National Police (PNP), Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), and the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA), we are positive that we will be able to approach 2023 safely and prosperously,” Vergeire stated.
The DOH OIC stated all hospitals have been beneath code white. The hospitals have been instructed to arrange and have a particular staff to handle the considerations of these folks going to hospitals with accidents on account of firecrackers.
She additionally known as different authorities companies to implement rules to forestall the rise in fireworks-related accidents.
The Health Department on Thursday reported 4 further instances of fireworks-related accidents, bringing the full quantity to 36.
Vergeire additionally reminded the general public to be vigilant and take measures to curb the unfold of COVID-19. —NB, GMA Integrated News
