Edwin Mercado Appointed New DOH Chief in Philippines
The Department of Health (DOH) in the Philippines has appointed Dr. Edwin Mercado as the new Health Secretary, replacing Dr. Jose Brittanio Pujalte Jr. who resigned less than a month in office. Mercado previously served as CEO of PhilHealth, and the President expects him to prioritize the health and well-being of Filipinos.
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