The Philippine Star - January 13, 2021

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January 13, 2021

Prepare For Covid Case Surge, LGUs Told

Experts monitoring the pandemic are urging local government units (LGUs) to prepare health systems and personnel amid the possible surge of COVID-19 cases, especially in Metro Manila, following the holidays and other so-called super spreader events.

2 mins

Palace: Only Sinovac Shot Available Until June

Vaccines for COVID-19 would be available in the country next month – but only one of the two brands manufactured in China, as other brands like those produced in the United States and the United Kingdom would be ready only in July, presidential spokesman Harry Roque Jr. said yesterday.

3 mins

OVP: 2020 Spent In Service To The People

From Bayanihanapbuhay to Bahayanihan, the office of Vice President Leni Robredo, together with partners from the private sector, last year extended assistance to millions of Filipinos severely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and natural disasters.

2 mins

SC Holds Its Own Amid Pandemic Times

When the Duterte administration implemented the various community quarantine restrictions in the country, the Supreme Court (SC) immediately took action. It devised programs and formulated policies that made the Judiciary attuned to the needs of the times.

2 mins

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