DOH launches MaskVIDA to distribute 30M free face masks
The Philippine government launched a program called 'Bida Solusyon: MaskVIDA' on Wednesday to distribute 30 million free washable face masks to vulnerable sectors.
DOH Secretary Francisco Duque III emphasized the importance of wearing face masks, stating that proper use can reduce virus spread by 85 percent.
Duque also donated test kits, hygiene kits, and campaign materials promoting mask-wearing, handwashing, physical distancing, and awareness about Covid-19 facts.
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