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Negros Oriental to suspend Aug. 7 classes as sore eyes cases rise
PH🩺 Health27 min. ago

Negros Oriental to suspend Aug. 7 classes as sore eyes cases rise

The provincial government of Negros Oriental in the Philippines has decided to suspend school classes on August 7 due to a rising number of conjunctivitis cases, often referred to as 'sore eyes.' This decision was made by Governor Manuel Sagarbarria through Executive Order No. 50, Series of 2026, which was issued on Wednesday. The order applies to both public and private schools at all educational levels. The move aims to prevent the spread of the illness among students and staff, highlighting concerns over public health within the region.

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Philippine Daily Inquirer logoPhilippine Daily InquirerIndependentCenter27 min. ago
Negros Oriental to suspend Aug. 7 classes as sore eyes cases rise

The provincial government of Negros Oriental in the Philippines has decided to suspend school classes on August 7 due to a rising number of conjunctivitis cases, often referred to as 'sore eyes.' This decision was made by Governor Manuel Sagarbarria through Executive Order No. 50, Series of 2026, which was issued on Wednesday. The order applies to both public and private schools at all educational levels. The move aims to prevent the spread of the illness among students and staff, highlighting concerns over public health within the region.

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