MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Health (DOH) on Friday remindedresidents near the Taal Volcano to takeprecautions against the health risks posedby theincreased activities of the volcano, which was placed on alert level 3 after a five-minute eruption.
Health Undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire said the sulfur dioxide from the volcano is harmful when inhaled. She added that an ash fall may cause harm for those with asthma, bronchitis, or emphysema.
According to Vergeire, sulfur dioxide can also cause skin and eye irritation and discomfort in breathing.
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