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Read more about the article Davao expands swab centers as more Davawenyos seek tests
LABORATORY TRAINING IN ACTION. Davao Regional Medical Center personnel undergo hands-on training on laboratory techniques and procedures for SARS-CoV-2 diagnostics in UP Mindanao in preparation for the COVID-19 facility of the hospital. (Photo from Philippine Genome Center-Mindanao)

Davao expands swab centers as more Davawenyos seek tests

The city established another swab center in Magsaysay Park to decongest the Santa Ana Health Center as it averages 2,000 persons a day as it accommodates walk-ins, F1 (first generation) category persons and referrals from District Offices.

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Read more about the article SEC in NorMin warns public on 28 entities engaged in investment scams
The SEC national office has recently issued a cease-and-desist order against KAPA and its subsidiaries “after finding substantial evidence that it has been offering and selling securities in the form of investment contracts without the necessary license.”

SEC in NorMin warns public on 28 entities engaged in investment scams

The Securities and Exchange Commission in Northern Mindanao has warned the public of the proliferation of at least 28 groups and individuals allegedly engaging in fraudulent activities.

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Read more about the article Davao City councilor appeals suspension of biz permit for food delivery riders

Davao City councilor appeals suspension of biz permit for food delivery riders

To acquire this business permit a rider must pay more than P4,000 a year which will cover the following fees: electronic, garbage, mechanical, plumbing, sanitary permit, signboard, sanitary inspection, solid waste and zoning.

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Read more about the article Davao Norte banana workers demand P100 wage hike
Cesar Paloma and 10 other member beneficiaries of the Madaum Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries Association Inc. (MARBAI) now collectively till and enjoy the agricultural production of the 7-hectare share of banana farm in Davao del Norte. The group also plans to cultivate and develop the remaining idle lands in the area for the future of their children. (Medel V. Hernani/davaotoday.com)

Davao Norte banana workers demand P100 wage hike

Members of the United Pantaron Banana Workers Union (UPBWU) in Sto. Tomas, Davao del Norte filed a petition seeking for a P100 wage increase for non-agricultural and agricultural workers in the region.

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Read more about the article Davao hog raisers, vendors want stricter measures on swine flu
Pork vendors in Davao City's Bankerohan Public Market noted a decline in their sales following the outbreak of African Swine Fever (ASF) in the region. The Department of Agriculture, though, has assured the public that it is safe to eat pork as ASF cannot be transmitted to humans but only affects pigs. (Mara S. Genotiva/davaotoday.com)

Davao hog raisers, vendors want stricter measures on swine flu

Local hog raisers call on the national government to tighten measures to bar the entry of imported meat products that are contaminated with African swine flu.

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