Around one million doses of pertussis vaccine are expected to arrive in the country by June, the Department of Health (DOH) announced yesterday.
The DOH said the fresh supply of the pentavalent vaccine, which also provides protection to children against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis B and Haemophilus influenza type B, is seen to boost the government’s vaccination drive.MANILA, Philippines — Around one million doses of pertussis vaccine are expected to arrive in the country by June, the Department of Health announced yesterday.
The DOH has given 1,500 doses to Quezon City after the city government declared an outbreak of pertussis. Tayag said some programs of the DOH were sacrificed during the COVID pandemic as the focus was to address the infectious disease. Mayor Michael Rama of Cebu City has asked Malacañang to suspend Cebu Gov. Gwendolyn Garcia in connection with the Cebu Bus Rapid Transit project.
United Kingdom Latest News, United Kingdom Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Department of Health Aims to Increase Organ Donations for TransplantsThe Department of Health (DOH) hopes to obtain more organ donations to address the increasing number of patients in need of live-saving transplants. Almost 300 patients are waiting for a transplant, with most in need of a new kidney. Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is still a major health issue in the Philippines, affecting around 2.3 million Filipinos. The cost of an organ transplant ranges from 1.2 to 1.7 million pesos, but the government can provide assistance.
Read more »
Department of Health Urges Public to Heed Heat Index ReportsThe Department of Health Central Visayas (DOH 7) is urging the public to pay attention to heat index reports released by the state weather bureau, Pagasa. The heat index provides crucial information on the level of discomfort caused by combined heat and humidity, and can pose health hazards, especially for vulnerable groups.
Read more »
DOH launches intensified campaign vs measlesA renewed and intensified vaccination campaign against measles has been launched by the Department of Health.
Read more »
Israeli military says troops raid Gaza’s Shifa HospitalGaza's Health Ministry accuses Israeli forces of 'another crime against health institutions'
Read more »
A million doses of the pertussis vaccine to arrive in JuneAt least one million vaccine doses against pertussis or whooping cough would arrive in the country in June, the Department of Health said Saturday.
Read more »
DOH Ensures Healthcare Services Will Not Be Disrupted by El NiñoThe Department of Health (DOH) is working closely with government agencies to ensure that healthcare services will not be disrupted by the impact of El Niño, according to Health Secretary Ted Herbosa.
Read more »