By Liezelle Soriano
MANILA — The Department of Health (DOH) clarified that it does not provide free medical insurance, following the circulation of online posts claiming otherwise.
“The Department of Health (DOH) warns the public against a circulating malicious social media post claiming to offer free medical insurance,” it stated in a release on Thursday (April 18, 2024).
The DOH cautioned the public against posts misusing the agency’s name.
“The said page is FAKE, as are any affiliate links and/or posts,” stressed the DOH.
The agency further warned that criminal charges may be pursued if related posts persist.
The health department urged the public to obtain information only from legitimate sources and platforms.
(el Amigo/MNM)
