
THE Department of Health (DOH) – Ilocos Region led by Regional Director Paula Paz M. Sydiongco continues to provide medicines and medical services to typhoon affected provinces in the region.
“Augmentation of logistics to provinces have been made and medical teams are already in place to provide the necessary health assessments to residents in evacuation centers including mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) and psychological first aid to lessen their stress and emotional burden.”
“Importnte na mapangalagaan natin hindi lamang ang kanilang pisikal kasama na rin dito ang mental at emotional well-being upang sila ay maging ligtas bago makabalik sa kanilang mga tahanan,” Sydiongco stated.
On July 25, 2025, the regional offices of DOH, Regional Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council 1 (RDRRMC1), DILG, DSWD, DPWH joined the aerial reconnaissance team led by the Office of Civil Defense in cooperation with the Philippine Air Force Tactical Operations Group 1 assessed the extent of damage caused by Typhoon “Emong” in the provinces of La Union and Pangasinan.
A Rapid Damage Assessment and Needs Analysis (RDANA) was immediately performed to enable efficient allocation of resources and targeted assistance to affected populations
As of June 26, 2025, a total of 8 injured and 5 deaths were reported as casualties mostly from drowning incidents.
Aside from medical consultations, nutrition assessments for infants and children were also conducted and jerry cans, hygiene and oral health kits, nutribox and doxycycline were distributed to every family in evacuation centers to ensure the supply of clean and safe water.
Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) services were also done to prevent the spread of diseases in evacuation centers.
“For now, we are implementing code white alert in all health facilities for immediate mobilization should there be another typhoon that will enter the region.”
“The Health Emergency Management Staff operations center is on a 24-hour duty to monitor any health-related events,” Sydiongco assured.
Due to the continuing inclement weather and incessant rains, the public is advised is advised to take necessary precautions and stay indoors if possible and avoid wading in flood waters to avoid potential health hazards like leptospirosis.
Be informed on current weather updates and follow the announcements of your local government units for your safety and security.