FORT BONIFACIO, Metro Manila – The Philippine Army, through its Dengue Mission Team, continues to aid dengue victims in Iloilo City today, August 15.
Through the efforts of the Army General Hospital, the said team was sent last August 11 to augment the medical personnel of the 3rd Infantry “Spearhead” Division, Municipal Health Center and other civilian nurses and doctors who were addressing the alarming and the increasing rate of dengue victims.
“Everyday, parami ng parami ang narerecord na cases ng dengue at usually, school children,” said Maj. Ryan A. Morla, leader of the Dengue Mission Team. “Dito lang kami as long as mayroong outbreak, doon matatapos ang mission namin,” he added.
As of today, more or less 30 dengue patients were admitted in the team’s Hydration Unit for appropriate medical treatment. Recently, Army personnel also conducted a bloodletting activity for the benefit of dengue victims.
"The Philippine Army exists to serve the people, and we can do so by extending medical aid to those in need. Our commitment to serve is not only confined to ensuring the security but also in alleviating the health woes of our citizens", said Lt. Col. Ramon Zagala, the Army spokesperson.#
