Faceshielding corruption
One aspect of the Philippines’ COVID-19 response is unique to the rest of the world: the mandatory use of face shields when outdoors. The rest of the world only requires… Continue reading "Faceshielding corruption"
Tag: department of health philippines
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Duterte’s outburst against COA shows he is allergic to accountability
Not all superheroes wear capes, some of them scrutinize government expenditures and call themselves the Commission on Audit (COA). In recent weeks, the COA has been busy shedding light on… Continue reading "Duterte’s outburst against COA shows he is allergic to accountability"
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Gross negligence or a geopolitical machination?
As pharmaceutical companies inch closer to developing a COVID-19 vaccine, countries race to secure doses to immunise their respective populations. Governments rush to negotiate procurement deals with Pfizer and BioNTech,… Continue reading "Gross negligence or a geopolitical machination?"
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Despite pushing for universal healthcare, the Duterte government slashed billions off the health budget
Supporters of President Rodrigo Duterte were jubilant when he signed the Universal Healthcare Act into law early this year. It fulfilled his key campaign promise to make healthcare more accessible… Continue reading "Despite pushing for universal healthcare, the Duterte government slashed billions off the health budget"