WATCH: Health Secretary Francisco Duque III led the symbolic vaccination of education frontliners at Universidad de Manila. Among them is Rogelio Garado from the facilities, ground and janitorial services department of UdM who personally received his first dose of Sinovac vaccine from Duque. I via Patrick de Jesus | PTV

In today's flag ceremony, Health Secretary Francisco T. Duque III conveyed his unending gratitude to all health workers and front liners for their selflessness and dedication while leading the country’s fight against the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19). He also shared his admiration in their heroism in the face of this great adversity and offers this same sentiment to their families, relatives, and friends who have extended their patience and understanding as they fulfill their solemn oath – to p