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DoH must function without permanent chief – Marcos

THE Department of Health (DoH), though still without a permanent head, 'must be kept functioning,' as it is not just the coronavirus disease the country needs to address but other public health and safety concerns, President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. said.

While he still has yet to make an appointment, Marcos said the government must ensure the country is ready to curb emerging threats from other diseases.

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