Take better care of elderly, PWDs amid Super El Niño

Inquirer.net - Nov 10, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — Quezon City councilor Alfred Vargas on Tuesday called for special care for senior citizens and persons with disabilities (PWDs) amid the effects of the Super El Niño, particularly the drought expected to hit Metro Manila by January. Vargas issued the call as he urged Quezon City residents and barangay officials to prepare

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Take better care of elderly, PWDs amid Super El Niño

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