MANILA — The Department of Health (DOH) has placed all hospitals in Metro Manila under “Code White” on Monday in anticipation of any health emergencies that may arise due to the transport strike staged by the Pinagkaisang Samahan ng mga Tsuper at Operator Nationwide (PISTON).
“Code white alert is issued (today October 16) to all Metro Manila hospitals,” said DOH officer-in-charge Undersecretary Herminigildo Valle in a text message.
Code White alert refers to the readiness of hospital manpower like general and orthopedic surgeons, anesthesiologists, internists, operating room nurses, opthalmologists, and otorhinolaryngologists, to respond to any emergency situation.
The alert is declared when there is a possibility of emergency conditions that may arise during mass gatherings or national events.