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Written by: Catherine Joy C. Dimailig

The Feasibility Analysis of Syndromic Surveillance using Spatio-Temporal Epidemiological Modeler (FASSSTER) will undergo enhancements to create a predictive model for COVID-19 which allows forecasting of possible cases in a given area at a specified period of time. Data generated from this model will support the decision making of the Department of Health, local government units, and healthcare facilities, in terms of resource planning and other measures to mitigate the spread of the virus. 

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DOST-PTRI uses special coating to make ordinary masks more functional

By Rodolfo P. de Guzman, DOST-STII

With the ordinary face mask taking the limelight during this time of pandemic, it is very important to know what kind of face mask you would use to get the needed protection from the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 or SARS-CoV-2 that causes the deadly coronavirus disease or COVID-19. 

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DOST mobile app puts science at your fingertips

By Allan Mauro V. Marfal, DOST-STII

Starting today, 08 April 2020, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) mobile app will be available for download in Google Play with Android and soon in iOS.

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COVID-19 Update at DOST-ITDI

Keep your hands clean and keep the virus away!

Indeed, keeping your hands clean is critically important especially in this time of the COVID-19 global pandemic.

Washing your hands with soap and water frequently and thoroughly is the best way to keep your hands clean. When water and soap are not available however, one convenient way to keep your hands clean is by using hand sanitizer. It kills 99.9% of bacteria as fast as 15 seconds after application and can prevent the spread of bacteria and certain viruses.