Moreno said that Dr. Reino “Nong” Palacpac, a pediatrician from Justice Jose Abad Santos general hospital (JJASGH), passed away on Tuesday. Palacpac was hailed as a pioneer of the general hospital, serving under the children’s ward before the coronavirus took a toll on his health. Justice Jose Abad Santos General Hospital has lost one of its heroes for children today.Dr. REINO “NONG”… Posted by Justice Jose Abad Santos General Hospital – Manila on Monday, July 6, 2020“Ako po ay tauspusong nakikiramay sa pamilya ni Dr. Reino “Nong” Palacpac – siya po ay naging biktima rin ng COVID-19 mga kababayan,” Moreno said during his briefing. Likewise, Moreno asked the city’s medical frontliners to look after their welfare too while continuing to fulfill their duty.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer July 10, 2020 13:18 UTC