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DOH on ‘code white’ until Nov. 2
The Department of Health (DOH) has placed all public hospitals, central and regional offices under Code White alert status until November 2 in preparation for potential health emergencies during the observance of Undas 2025.
Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa stated that public health officers have been deployed to expressways, cemeteries, and other gathering spots to assist travelers.
He emphasized that the DOH is not on holiday but on alert, with medical teams and ambulances stationed to respond to cases.
Two fully equipped emergency ambulances are on standby at the Manila North and Manila South cemeteries in case of patients who need to be brought to the ER.
He also advised the public, particularly those with maintenance medications, to ensure they bring their necessary medicines with them when traveling.
Individuals are also reminded to eat sufficiently before embarking on their journeys.
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