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The threat of Monkeypox in the Philippines: another problematic preparation and management for the healthcare system?

  • Dalmacito A. Cordero Jr. (Department of Theology and Religious Education, De La Salle University)
  • Received : 2022.08.08
  • Accepted : 2022.12.23
  • Published : 2023.01.31
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Abstract

The Philippines is still in a tight battle with the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic since many cases are detected daily. With the continuous spread of another disease worldwide-monkeypox, many Filipinos are alarmed if the country's healthcare system is prepared enough, especially with the detection of its first case. Learning from the unfortunate experiences of the country during the current pandemic is essential in facing another health crisis. With this, recommendations for a robust healthcare system are proposed centered on: a massive digital information campaign about the disease; training healthcare workers to raise awareness about the virus and its transmission, management, and treatment; an intensified surveillance and detection procedure to monitor cases and execute contact tracing properly; and a persistent procurement of vaccines and drugs for treatment, with a well-designed vaccination program.

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