The Department of Health (DOH) on Monday advised the public to use alternatives to firecrackers in celebrating the holiday season, as part of the agency’s campaign for a safer Christmas.
Health Undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire, during a media briefing, said the public may use other objects to make noise or watch the community fireworks display.
“Para maiwasan natin ‘yung mga injuries for this holiday season at mahirap din po magkaroon tayo ng mga ganitong kaso ngayon, lalong-lalo na kailangan natin ang ating existing resources for our COVID response (So we can avoid injuries for this holiday season. It is not the best
time to be injured in that way, especially since we need our existing resources for our COVID-19 response.),” Vergeire said.
On the other hand, the DOH also urged the public to continue wearing face masks and to ensure that air ventilation is sufficient while celebrating. Willie Casas
It also called on the public to encourage families and friends who are 12 years old and above to get vaccinated against COVID-19.
Meanwhile, Vergeire also advised Filipinos to eat food and drink alcoholic beverages in moderation.