Vergeire says she is now ready to become Health Secretary

MANILA, Philippines — Department of Health (DOH) Officer in Charge Maria Rosario Vergeire on Tuesday said she is now ready to take on the position of secretary of the department, a post which has been vacant since the beginning of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s administration.

Vergeire clarified that she would still have to discuss this with the President.

“It will go in a process where I can discuss this with the President, that I am now ready to be appointed, if and when that will be his decision,” said Vergeire during a press forum.

According to Vergeire, her experiences going on the ground to talk with different groups and Filipinos have led her to see opportunities she …

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