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DOH validating over 300 additional firecracker injuries
The Department of Health (DOH) is validating over 300 additional firework-related injury cases, which is expected to increase the initial count.
The DOH Epidemiology Bureau is actively collecting and validating data, anticipating a rise in reported incidents due to late reports.
Hospitals remain under code white until January 5 as the DOH continues to monitor firecracker injuries.
The Jose Reyes Memorial Medical Center received 55 patients seeking care for blast injuries on January 1.
DOH spokesperson Assistant Secretary Dr. Albert Domingo urged the public to seek immediate medical attention for any firework-induced injuries, no matter how minor, to prevent complications such as tetanus.
Domingo also encouraged individuals to get vaccinated against tetanus, noting that the vaccine is available for free at health centers.
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The Department of Health (DOH) recorded 235 firework-related injuries nationwide from December 21, 2025, to January 1, 2026, a 42% decrease from the 403 cases logged during the same period last year.
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The Department of Health (DOH) recorded 235 fireworks-related injuries from December 21, 2025, to January 1, 2026.
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