Herbosa, DOH undersecretary face raps over alleged fiscal lapses

The Department of Health's chief Teodoro Herbosa and Undersecretary Randy Escolango are being scrutinized by the Office of the Ombudsman for allegedly bypassing crucial fiscal oversight processes. Concerned DOH staff have raised a complaint, suggesting a lack of adherence to standard fiscal checkpoints, which could compromise financial integrity and accountability. This issue matters because it highlights potential lapses in governance and could have broader implications for public trust and the efficient management of health resources.