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DOH condemns attacks on healthcare workers
The Department of Health (DOH) is investigating reports of harassment and discrimination against healthcare workers during the COVID-19 crisis.
These incidents include physical assaults, such as a nurse being doused with bleach in Sultan Kudarat, and discrimination in accessing public transportation.
The DOH emphasized that these acts of discrimination and harassment cannot be tolerated and appealed to the public for understanding and compassion.
The department assured the public that healthcare workers are taking precautions and following isolation protocols.
The DOH is collaborating with various government agencies to protect healthcare workers and hold perpetrators liable.
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