PHAPI recommends extending state of calamity until Q1 2023
The Private Hospitals Association of the Philippines (PHAPI) recommends extending the state of calamity due to COVID-19 until the first quarter of 2023.
PHAPI president Dr. Jose de Grano cited ongoing active cases around 17,000 and the holiday season as reasons for the recommendation.
De Grano noted that with fewer people wearing masks during holidays, there is a possibility for an increase in cases.
Mask use has been optional since late last month except in certain places like hospitals and public transportation.
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