DOH warns of rising bronchial asthma as New Year approaches
The Department of Health (DOH) warned that children and senior citizens are most vulnerable to bronchial asthma caused by smoke from firecrackers and fireworks.
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The Department of Health (DOH) warned that children and senior citizens are most vulnerable to bronchial asthma caused by smoke from firecrackers and fireworks.
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