THE eruption of Taal Volcano and the start of the typhoon season could affect the country's Covid-19 response effort, according to the Department of Health (DoH).

When natural calamities occur, people seek shelter at evacuation sites, increasing the risk of infection, Health Undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire said during a media forum on Monday.

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