Victims of recent explosion in Tondo gets zero hospital bills - DOH

• The Department of Health (DOH) said six victims of the Tondo air compressor explosion will not have to pay their hospital bills at JRRMMC
• This is part of President Bongbong Marcos’ “Bayad na Bill Mo” or “Zero Balance Billing” program in DOH hospitals
• Three victims already underwent surgery, one is awaiting an operation, and two have been discharged with minor injuries
• The youngest victim, a 14-year-old boy, suffered severe injuries including a traumatic brain injury and multiple fractures

The Department of Health (DOH) announced that the six people injured in the air compressor explosion in Tondo, Manila, on Sunday, August 3, will not have to pay any hospital bills at the Jose R. Reyes Memorial Medical Center (JRRMMC). This follows President Bongbong Marcos’ directive under the “Bayad na Bill Mo” or “Zero Balance Billing” program, which covers basic accommodation in DOH hospitals.

According to the DOH, three of the victims have already undergone surgery and are recovering in the surgical intensive care unit. Another patient, currently in the surgical ward, is scheduled for an operation due to facial injuries from the blast.

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The youngest victim, a 14-year-old boy, sustained a traumatic brain injury, multiple fractures in both legs, severe damage to his right arm, and abrasions from his head to his chest. Meanwhile, two other victims have been discharged after sustaining only mild injuries.

The explosion happened at the corner of Dagupan and Tayuman streets in Manila, injuring six people, including a minor and a senior citizen.

Initial investigation by the Manila Police District’s Explosives and Ordnance Division (EOD/K9) revealed that the victims were trying to dismantle a pressurized compressor without knowing the dangers involved.

Authorities continue to remind the public about the risks of handling or tampering with pressurized equipment to prevent similar incidents.

Read BALITA's article here to know more about this news.

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Source: KAMI.com.gh