NAGBIGAY ng pahayag si Department of Health (DOH) – Ilocos Regional Director Paula Paz Sydiongco na walang kumpirmadong pasyente ng Mpox sa R1MC.
Ito ay upang pawiin ang pangamba ng publiko kaugnay sa ulat na may naitala na ring umano’y kumpirmadong kaso ng Monkepox (Mpox) at na-admit sa Region 1 Medical Center (R1MC) sa Dagupan City, sa Pangasinan.
Pinayuhan ni Sydiongco ang publiko na maging maingat at huwag basta-basta maniniwala sa mga fake news.
“This is to make clear to the public that there is no patient with confirmed case of Mpox admitted currently admitted at R1MC,” ani Sydiongco.
Aniya, “Huwag po tayong basta-basta maniniwala sa mga naka-post sa mga social media. There is no need to panic dahil wala po tayong kaso ng Mpox sa Pangasinan sa ngayon.”
“Be wary of fake news and social media sites that uses the logo of DOH and WHO. Always get your information on legitimate websites and proper health authorities such as DOH, R1MC official FB page and official news sources,” dagdag pa nito.
Itinanggi rin ng R1MC ang presensiya ng confirmed Mpox patient sa kanilang pasilidad.
“We urge the public to be vigilant and discerning in sharing and believing information online. Spreading unverified information may cause unnecessary panic and stigma. Let us all work together to ensure the dissemination of accurate and responsible information,” panawagan pa ni Medical Center Chief II, Dr. Joseph Roland O. Mejia.
Samantala ay patuloy namang pinapaalalahanan ng DOH ang publiko na manatiling informed at vigilante upang hindi mahawahan ng virus.
“Maintaining good hygiene, following health advisories, and staying informed are key steps in protecting yourself and your community,” anang DOH.
