Seniors urged to schedule cemetery visit after Undas

MANILA, Philippines — Senior citizens and those with underlying health conditions were advised on Friday to consider postponing their cemetery visits until after Undas, or the observance of All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day, as large crowds and hot weather brought by the Super El Niño are expected to pose health risks.

Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso made the suggestion as he led an inspection of the Manila North Cemetery on Friday.

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“Hangga’t maaari, kung may pagkakataon lang naman, kahit sa ibang araw na lang kayo bumisita,” said the mayor.

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(As much as possible, if there is a chance, just visit on another day.)

“Kasi po napaka-alinsangan po ng panahon … this may cause hardship sa kalusugan ng mga matatanda natin,” he added.

(Because it is very humid… this may cause hardship to the health of our elderly.)

Domagoso, however, assured seniors who will still choose to visit during Undas that the city government has readied free vehicular assistance for seniors and persons with disabilities.

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He also called fpor the wearing of face masks, especially as large crowds make it easy for diseases to spread.

“Kasi nga makikisalamuha tayo, we would prefer na ‘yung mga may nararamdaman at vulnerability ay magsuot ng mask … kasi nga ‘yung influenza and ‘yung weather conditions,” said Domagoso.

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(Since we will be socializing, we would prefer that those who are feeling vulnerable wear masks… because of the influenza and weather conditions.)

“Lalo na ‘yung may comorbidity (especially those with comorbidity) because you’re going to be mixed with a lot of people,” he added.

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In Manila North Cemetery alone, more than a million people are expected to visit, according to the city government. /gsg