Tag: Iwas Paputok
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DOH-NIR Promotes Safe New Year Celebrations Amid Rising Fireworks Injuries
In Bacolod City, the Department of Health in the Negros Island Region (DOH-NIR) is advocating for safer New Year celebrations as the region reports a concerning number of fireworks-related injuries. As of December 30, 2024, there have been 30 incidents, with a significant majority, 25, involving minors. This alarming statistic prompted DOH-NIR Regional Director Razel…
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Western Visayas Health Department Initiates Early Campaign Against Fireworks
In a proactive move to ensure a safer holiday season, the Department of Health Western Visayas Center for Health Development kicked off its ‘Iwas Paputok’ campaign in Iloilo City on November 8, 2024. The initiative, part of the broader ‘Ligtas Christmas’ advocacy, aims to reduce the risks associated with fireworks during festive celebrations. Recent statistics…
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