MANILA, Philippines — Mommy bloggers have sounded the alarm over the proliferation of “fake” medical supplies from China at the height of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic and called on authorities to address the problem. Earlier, the Bureau of Customs (BOC) confiscated nearly P250 million worth of smuggled or fake PPE sets and other medical supplies, mostly from China. Promote local productsRivera then called for a ban on fake China-made products, especially PPEs, face masks, and shields, among others. Further, the mommy bloggers called on the public to be “vigilant” and “meticulous” in purchasing health supplies and medicines. Figuracion, meanwhile, warned that a “bigger danger” lies in the proliferation of fake medicines and vaccines for COVID 19.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer August 09, 2020 10:07 UTC