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Philippine Lawmaker Calls for National Task Force Against Mpox Amid Rising Cases
AGRI Party-list Representative Advocates for Government Action to Combat Disease Spread
AGRI Party-list Representative Wilbert Lee has urged the Department of Health (DOH) of the Philippines to reactivate the national task force dedicated to combating Mpox, following an increase in reported cases of the disease.
Lee emphasized that the task force's primary mission is to oversee and guide local government units in implementing measures to prevent the further spread of Mpox across communities.
In his statement, Lee suggested that lessons learned during the COVID-19 pandemic could play a crucial role in effectively managing the current situation related to Mpox.
He highlighted the importance of a comprehensive national response, advocating for a 'whole-of-nation' approach to tackle the health crisis.
Moreover, Representative Lee has called on both the DOH and the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) to initiate a thorough information campaign about Mpox.
This campaign would not only educate the public on the disease but also clarify the healthcare benefits provided by PhilHealth for the treatment of individuals affected by Mpox and other infectious diseases.
Lee’s calls for action are timely, as public health officials monitor the unfolding situation with the disease, which has global implications given its potential for further transmission.
Lee emphasized that the task force's primary mission is to oversee and guide local government units in implementing measures to prevent the further spread of Mpox across communities.
In his statement, Lee suggested that lessons learned during the COVID-19 pandemic could play a crucial role in effectively managing the current situation related to Mpox.
He highlighted the importance of a comprehensive national response, advocating for a 'whole-of-nation' approach to tackle the health crisis.
Moreover, Representative Lee has called on both the DOH and the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) to initiate a thorough information campaign about Mpox.
This campaign would not only educate the public on the disease but also clarify the healthcare benefits provided by PhilHealth for the treatment of individuals affected by Mpox and other infectious diseases.
Lee’s calls for action are timely, as public health officials monitor the unfolding situation with the disease, which has global implications given its potential for further transmission.
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