Bulacan Governor Daniel R. Fernando and Vice Governor Alexis C. Castro advised the Bulakenyos to wear face masks to avoid the spread of respiratory infections and other health-threatening diseases in the province of Bulacan.
The advice was made through Memorandum No. DRF-12122023-658 issued by Fernando on Tuesday, Dec. 12.
Although not obligatory, individuals in health facilities, those with Covid-19 or respiratory infections, the elderly, individuals with underlying health conditions, pregnant individuals, unvaccinated individuals, and those showing signs of illness are advised to wear face masks as a precautionary measure.
“Panatilihin sana natin ang maayos na kalusugan dito sa lalawigan. Ito po ang magiging pundasyon natin sa pagbuo ng isang masigla at maunlad na komunidad (Let us maintain good health in the province. This is the foundation of a happy and progressive community)," Fernando said.
It was recalled that on July 31, through Proclamation No. 297, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. lifted the Public Health Emergency caused by Covid-19.