MANILA, Philippines — While the majority of Filipinos comply with minimum public health standards such as wearing face masks and face shields, fewer are able to observe social or physical distancing.
This was the finding of Octa Research in its independent and non-commissioned survey conducted from January 26 to February 1.
The report released Tuesday indicated that91% of Filipinos wore face masks, 90% said they clean their hands via hand washing or using alcohol disinfectant, and 82% said they use face shields.
But only 67% said they observe physical distancing, according to Octa Research’s survey, while 60% said they stay at home when it is not necessary to go out.
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