DoH Ilocos launches school deworming drive
The activity also sought to dispel common misconceptions about deworming and strengthen public awareness of its health benefits.
Worms, be gone The Ilocos Center for Health Development, through its Communicable Disease Unit, in partnership with the Department of Education, La Union Provincial Health Office, City Health Office of San Fernando, and Pagudpud Integrated School, launches the School-Based Deworming Program on 31 July 2026, benefiting 100 elementary school learners.
Photograph courtesy of DOH Ilocos Region
