Amid Rumors, DOH Says No Mpox Lockdown

Amid rumors, DOH says no mpox lockdown

The Department of Health shut down rumors of a planned lockdown amid mpox cases monitored across the country, calling a viral social media post indicating a lockdown by June 10 as “fake.”

No lockdown for Mpox, beware of fake Facebook posts—DOH

**media[16015]**The Department of Health (DOH) has warned the public against fake Facebook posts claiming there will be a lockdown due to monkeypox (Mpox), stressing that the virus is not airborne and there is no need for such measures.In an official advisory on Saturday, May 31, the DOH said that lockdowns are unnecessary, and warned the public not to fall for viral posts using misleading health claims or fake endorsements.“Walang pangangailang…

DOH denies mpox lockdown, warns public against fake posts on Facebook

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Health (DOH) warned the public against the spread of Facebook posts claiming that the government was planning a lockdown due to monkeypox (mpox) cases. This comes after a photo circulated online with the DOH's logo claiming that it announced a lockdown due to mpox. The source of the fake news is unknown. The DOH denied the lockdown and said there was no need to impose it. It added that information should b…

Mpox In Philippines: DOH Says No Need For Lockdown

Regarding the rising cases of Mpox in the Philippines, the DOH has this statement. MPOX IN PHILIPPINES – The Department of Health on Saturday, May 31, says there’s no need for lockdown despite the several confirmed cases. The very first mpox case in the Philippines was logged just last year in Metro Manila, and the ... Read more The post Mpox In Philippines: DOH Says No Need For Lockdown appeared first on PhilNews.