DOH warns against home misuse of pulse oximeters for coronavirus detection

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DOH warns against home misuse of pulse oximeters for coronavirus detection
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'There should be healthcare professionals guiding you with the interpretation of the results,' says Health Undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire on the use of the device, which checks the oxygen level in blood.

MANILA, Philippines –

The Department of Health on Tuesday, April 28, warned against the home use of pulse oximeters for coronavirus detection without the guidance of medical professionals. DOH Undersectary Maria Rosario Vergeire issued the reminder following the increase in sales of pulse oximeters abroad, spurred by reports that the device can help in the early detection of COVID-19.," Vergeire told reporters.

"Ginagamit ito sa hospital setting o, 'di kaya ay sa bahay pero dapat may healthcare professionals guiding you with the interpretation of the results

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