MANILA, Philippines — Health professionals are advocating precautionary measures to ensure a coronavirus-free Christmas season, such as limiting encounters with other people, and if it can’t be avoided, to hold gatherings outdoors for a short time only.
These measures were among four precautionary steps proposed by the Health Professionals Alliance Against COVID-19 (HPAAC). The two other measures are the usual recommendation of health experts — wearing of face masks and face shields, and observing physical distancing.
In an online press conference, Dr. Antonio Dans, spokesperson forHPAAC, said the public should opt for outdoor activities if they want to gather wit…
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