THE Department of Health (DOH) in Cordillera is urging the public, especially those with history of travel from China, to seek immediate medical consultation if experiencing any flu-like symptoms.
This came following the health department's assurance to the public that the Bureau of Quarantine (BOQ) has been placed on alert and is closely watching all seaports and airports in response to reports of a mysterious disease from China.
In its national advisory forwarded to all regional health departments in the country, Health Secretary Francisco Duque III instructed the BOQ to intensify the checking of all incoming travelers, especially those manifesting fever or signs of respiratory infection.
"It has been reported lately that an outbreak of a mysterious illness has affected 44 individuals in China. According to reports, the said disease is similar to a 'viral pneumonia of unknown origin," the advisory stated.
"Let us also embrace healthy lifestyles, practice proper hand hygiene, and observe cough etiquette to prevent transmission of respiratory infections," the DOH added.
