Manila Bulletin – Manila on blue alert ahead of Holy Week emergencies

Published Mar 31, 2026 12:01 pm The Manila Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) Office raised its Blue Alert status as part of preparations for Holy Week 2026, signaling heightened readiness across the capital for any emergency or unforeseen event during the religious observances. The alert, which was officially put in place last Saturday, March 28, … Read more

Strengthening Partner Coordination for Health Security | WHO

Ghana, like many countries in the WHO Africa Region, remains vulnerable to public health emergencies due to underlying vulnerabilities and challenging health systems. Between 2022 to 2025, the country has responded to several disease outbreaks including meningitis, dengue fever, cholera, Marburg virus disease, Lassa fever and mpox. These outbreaks placed considerable pressure on the public … Read more

Riobamba IESS Doctor Facing Removal Over Conduct

Chimborazo governor Addresses Hospital Incident and Shortages Riobamba — April 25, 2024 — Chimborazo Governor Guido Puyol addressed the public regarding two critical issues at the IESS Riobamba hospital: an outburst by a doctor and medicine shortages. On April 8th, a video emerged showing a doctor shouting at patients, prompting an apology from the Governor. … Read more