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DOH looking after physical, mental health of typhoon victims
President Marcos Jr. has ordered the Department of Health (DOH) to prioritize the mental and physical well-being of individuals displaced by Super Typhoon Carina and the enhanced southwest monsoon.
The directive came during a situation briefing in Malolos City, Bulacan, where the impact of the recent weather disturbances was assessed.
Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa reported that farmers and fisherfolk were significantly affected, with their livelihoods destroyed by the calamity.
Herbosa also mentioned that psychological first aid would be provided to evacuees experiencing stress related to the loss of their income sources.
In response, President Marcos also instructed the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) to identify farmers and fisherfolk in need of assistance and to extend aid through the TUPAD Program.
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President Marcos ordered the Department of Health (DOH) to deploy medical teams to evacuation centers to ensure the health and well-being of those affected by Super Typhoon Carina and the enhanced southwest monsoon.
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President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. ordered a "very focused" government response and aid distribution to victims of Super Typhoon Carina and the enhanced Habagat.
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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. ordered local government units to prioritize disaster response in areas isolated by Typhoon Carina.
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