MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Health (DOH) on Monday called on local government units (LGUs) to issue guidelines so that health protocols can be properly observed in carrying out community pantry initiatives.
Health Undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire said in an online press briefing that there is no need to stop the operations of such pantries, but noted that its organizers should be properly guided so that it would not be an area for transmission of coronavirus.
She added that the DOH recognizes such efforts to help other people in need in the time of pandemic.
“I call on our local governments na sana tingnan natin ang mga pantries na ito. Bigyan lang natin n…
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