Why PH Situation Over Coronavirus Is Different According to Dr. Willie Ong
CORONAVIRUS – Doctor Willie Ong explained why the situation in the Philippines is different from other countries’ situation over COVID-19.
Several countries including the Philippines, United States, Hong Kong, Japan, Iran, and Italy are fighting against the spread of the COVID-19. It was first recorded in Wuhan City, China late December 2019.
The said disease left China under an outbreak prompting the authorities to lock-down Wuhan. It has infected over 70,000 people in the country.
Not only China imposed travel restrictions. Italy which is the second country hit hard by the disease is now under a total lockdown. More than 27,000 were recorded in the country now.
Globally, the coronavirus death toll has surpassed seven (7) thousand. However, according to Dr. Willie Ong, the situation in the Philippines is different.
PH has now recorded 142 confirmed cases of COVID-19. A total of twelve (12) people died during the treatment. The whole of Luzon is now under an “enhanced community quarantine”.
The Philippine government continuously seek the cooperation of the public. Everyone is reminded to stay at home and implement social distancing.
According to Dr. Willie Ong, in the face of coronavirus, the PH situation is different from those in the rich countries. He stressed that the people must not panic like in other countries.
The doctor emphasized that several other diseases are more serious. He named measles, tuberculosis (TB), and hepatitis. Based on the video, here are the solutions:
- The country’s healthcare must be of top priority.
- The fund should be allotted for the healthcare.
- Free basic check-up and blood test must be offered.
- The people must eat healthy food.
- The health of the health workers must be a priority as well.
- Hospitals must be improved.
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