DOH logs 7 new fireworks-related injuries | Inquirer News

DOH logs 7 new fireworks-related injuries

/ 01:37 PM December 28, 2022

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MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Health (DOH) on Wednesday said seven new fireworks-related injuries have been reported and recorded nationwide.

This brings the total of fireworks-related injuries to 32 from December 21 to 28.

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Only 23 cases reported in the same period last year.

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Discouraging the public to use fireworks, President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. enjoined local government units to designate a common area for the fireworks display to minimize the risk for injuries.

According to the DOH, a total of 128 firework-related injuries were recorded in 2021.

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