Dr. Robert Chan, PhD of Chan Tayag Southeast Equities says the policy only makes sense if the aim is to deter arrivals and departures. Hong Kong’s strict… Read more “Covid-19: Hong Kong’s 21-day quarantine for travellers not necessary, says expert”
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Roque draws fiery rebuke from lady doc over outburst
Several health workers on Friday lashed back at presidential spokesperson Harry Roque for castigating a group of doctors who warned that relaxing lockdowns could lead to a… Read more “Roque draws fiery rebuke from lady doc over outburst”
Infamous Singapore anti-mask ‘MBS Lady’ jailed 16 weeks
Singapore — A Singaporean woman who gained notoriety for her persistent refusal to don face masks was finally sentenced today to 16 weeks in jail. Retired navy… Read more “Infamous Singapore anti-mask ‘MBS Lady’ jailed 16 weeks”
New Zealand reports 1st death linked to Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine
New Zealand reported its first recorded death linked to US drugmaker Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine, the health ministry said on Monday, August 30, after a woman suffered a… Read more “New Zealand reports 1st death linked to Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine”
Okinawa finds contaminants in Moderna COVID-19 vaccines – NHK
These vaccines are from different Moderna lots already suspended by Japan due to reports of contamination Contaminants were found in Moderna Inc’s COVID-19 vaccines at a large-scale… Read more “Okinawa finds contaminants in Moderna COVID-19 vaccines – NHK”
Manila Mayor Isko Moreno tests positive for COVID-19
Manila Mayor Isko Moreno has tested positive for COVID-19. According to the Manila Public Information Office, the mayor is on his way to the Sta. Ana Hospital… Read more “Manila Mayor Isko Moreno tests positive for COVID-19”
12,439 new COVID-19 cases push Philippines’ total to 1.7 million
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines on Thursday logged 12,439 more coronavirus cases, bringing the case total to 1,700,363. Today’s count is the highest since April 10, when… Read more “12,439 new COVID-19 cases push Philippines’ total to 1.7 million”
COVID-19 cases also up in 10 areas outside Metro Manila — OCTA
MANILA, Philippines — OCTA Research on Monday flagged 10 areas outside the National Capital Region that are now considered as COVID-19 “hotspots” for increasing additional cases. The… Read more “COVID-19 cases also up in 10 areas outside Metro Manila — OCTA”
Philippines sees 6,845 new coronavirus infections
MANILA, Philippines — Local health authorities on Friday reported 6,845 more COVID-19 infections, bringing the national caseload to 1,537,097. Active cases: 55,069 or 3.6% of the total… Read more “Philippines sees 6,845 new coronavirus infections”
PH confirms local transmission of Delta variant
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Health has confirmed the local transmission of the more contagious COVID-19 Delta variant. “Following the phylogenetic analysis conducted by the University… Read more “PH confirms local transmission of Delta variant”
PH logs 7 active Delta cases
MANILA, Philippines — There are still seven active COVID-19 Delta variant cases of the 35 cases that were detected in the country, the Health Department told AdChoiceTV… Read more “PH logs 7 active Delta cases”
Herd immunity in 2021 a ‘big challenge’ with just 3.2% fully vaccinated so far
MANILA, Philippines — Over 3.5 million Filipinos have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 since the government launched its inoculation campaign in March, the latest figures from the National Task Force Against COVID-19… Read more “Herd immunity in 2021 a ‘big challenge’ with just 3.2% fully vaccinated so far”
Leaked memo leads to calls for mRNA vaccine
BANGKOK, Thailand — A leaked Public Health Ministry document has prompted calls for fully vaccinated medical staff to be given a booster of an mRNA vaccine. The… Read more “Leaked memo leads to calls for mRNA vaccine”
Taguig temporarily suspends Sinovac vaccination sked
(Update: This version revises the headline to reflect that Taguig has temporarily suspended the Sinovac vaccination schedule pending the Certificate of Analysis.) MANILA (AdChoiceTV News) — Taguig… Read more “Taguig temporarily suspends Sinovac vaccination sked”
IATF: 10-day quarantine rule must be enforced to prevent entry of Delta Plus variant
MANILA (AdChoiceTV News) — Concerned government officials must ensure the strict implementation of the 10-day quarantine rule for returning Filipinos from abroad to prevent the entry of… Read more “IATF: 10-day quarantine rule must be enforced to prevent entry of Delta Plus variant”
Face shields can be removed during outdoor work and walks — health ministry
MANILA (AdChoiceTV News) — People are allowed to remove their face shields while working or walking outdoors, a health official said Wednesday. “Ang face shields kailangan naman… Read more “Face shields can be removed during outdoor work and walks — health ministry”
Doctors fear Bicol might be like India, urge gov’t to place it under ECQ
Medical groups in Bicol warn COVID-19 cases in the region have been ‘alarmingly’ increasing BICOL (AdChoiceTV News) — Medical groups in Bicol appealed to the Inter-Agency Task… Read more “Doctors fear Bicol might be like India, urge gov’t to place it under ECQ”
6,426 new COVID-19 cases seen ahead of new quarantine classifications
MANILA (AdChoiceTV News) — Health authorities on Monday reported 6,426 new coronavirus cases, ahead of government’s decision on a new quarantine status until end of June. Today’s… Read more “6,426 new COVID-19 cases seen ahead of new quarantine classifications”
In China’s Latest Outbreak, Doctors Say the Infected Get Sicker, Faster
WUHAN (AdChoiceTV News) — As the delta variant of the coronavirus spreads in southeastern China, doctors say they are finding that the symptoms are different and more… Read more “In China’s Latest Outbreak, Doctors Say the Infected Get Sicker, Faster”
Woman who exposed vaccine for sale scheme to fight ‘false’ police charges
The public first found out about the fraudulent scheme when Nina Ellaine Dizon-Cabrera posted about it on Twitter in May. Now, the PNP claims she’s a suspect.… Read more “Woman who exposed vaccine for sale scheme to fight ‘false’ police charges”
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