There are no links found between the reported health cases and the power plant operations so far but the Calabarzon health chief says the validation process will take some time
BATANGAS, Philippines – The Department of Health-Center for Health Development Calabarzon has started its investigation into the reported spike in cases of respiratory and cardiovascular diseases in Batangas City that is being linked to exposure to liquefied natural gas power plants.
He said the team has found no link, so far, to the reported health cases, but added that the process of validating the claim will take time. In a press conference held on Thursday, August 17, medical, legal, media practitioners and residents from affected communities and concerned organizations gathered to discuss the reinforced call for the Department of Health to declare a public health emergency in Batangas and to investigate the health impacts of LNG and fossil gas plants to the residents.
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