November is Filariasis Awareness Month
“November is Filariasis Awareness Month.” This was disclosed by Department of Health (DOH) Secretary Francisco Duque III. This was launched as to fight and eliminate lymphatic filariasis has been going on.
DOH is giving importance to the partnership with private sectors nationwide in its thrust to eliminate the disease which affects 48 provinces and all the Regions of the country.
Filariasis is a major parasitic infection, which continues to be a public health problem in the Philippines. It is the second leading cause of permanent and long-term disability. (PIA)
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