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Metro Manila quarantine needs guidelines, public support –Lacson
Senator Panfilo Lacson urged Filipinos to unite and support the Metro Manila community quarantine, viewing it as a necessary government action to combat the COVID-19 crisis.
Lacson emphasized that the current situation calls for unity rather than arguments to overcome the plague.
He advised the government to implement practical and effective quarantine measures to ensure the country's survival.
The Senator called on the DOH-IATF to issue clear and simple guidelines to prevent public confusion, especially given conflicting opinions from medical experts.
Lacson highlighted that self-quarantine is a civic duty for the benefit of others.
He also stressed the importance of self-discipline and self-control among citizens to prevent selfish acts like hoarding and profiteering.
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