The Department of Health (DOH) has confirmed the first MPOX case in the Philippines this year, the first since December 2023.

In response, the Ateneo de Davao Grade School Clinic has issued a health advisory, reassuring the community about the school’s preparedness to handle the situation. The clinic urges everyone to follow health protocols, stay informed, and practice good hygiene. It also emphasizes the importance of relying on credible information and consulting healthcare professionals if needed to protect against MPOX.