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What is the capital and commercial center of Siquijor?
Which municipality of Siquijor had the least number of registered births in June 2022?
Which month in 2022 had the highest recorded deaths in Siquijor?
What primary industries contribute to the economy of Siquijor?
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In which age group did more male deaths occur in Siquijor?
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How many total births were registered in Siquijor for the year 2022?
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What was the rate of public medical health officers attending deaths in Siquijor in 2020?
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Which specialized clinic is included in the Siquijor Provincial Hospital?
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Siquijor Overview
- Siquijor Island is the southernmost island in the Visayan group of islands, Philippines.
- The island is bordered by Tañon Strait, Sulu Sea, and Mindanao Sea.
- Siquijor is divided into five municipalities: Larena, Siquijor, San Juan, Lazi, and Maria, Enrique Villanueva.
- The capital and commercial center of Siquijor is the municipality of Siquijor.
- Siquijor's economy is largely based on fishing and agriculture.
- Siquijor's climate is tropical, with dry seasons between January and May, and wet seasons for the rest of the year.
- Siquijor experiences an average of 1,000-1,300 millimeters of rainfall annually. The wettest month is November and the driest is April.
- The average temperature in Siquijor is approximately 29°C.
- The average humidity in Siquijor is about 78%.
Healthcare in Siquijor
- Siquijor Province has a number of healthcare facilities, including the Siquijor Provincial Hospital.
- The Siquijor Provincial Hospital has departments like emergency services, operating rooms, medical and surgical wards, and specialized clinics such as obstetrics and gynecology.
- A dedicated facility for COVID-19 has been built to improve isolation and treatment capabilities.
Human Resources for Health (HRH) in Siquijor
- Siquijor has a strong commitment to healthcare excellence, as evidenced by the awards received by the Integrated Provincial Health Office (IPHO).
- The IPHO has received awards in disaster risk management, disease surveillance, and healthcare program implementation, indicating a well-structured health workforce.
- Siquijor registered 1,277 births in 2022, with the lowest number of births in June (77).
- Siquijor reported 848 deaths in 2022, the highest number occurring in June (94).
- Death occurrences in Siquijor increased between 2020 and 2021.
- More male deaths occurred in the 75-79 age group, while more female deaths occurred in those aged 85 and older.
- In 2021, there were 1,145 deaths, 328 more than in 2020.
- Public medical health officers attended 68.2% of deaths in 2020, while 28.0% of deaths occurred at home unattended.
- September and October 2021 saw a sharp increase in deaths due to the COVID-19 Omicron variant.
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Explore the scenic beauty and tropical climate of Siquijor Island in the Philippines, along with its healthcare facilities. Learn about the island's municipalities, economy, and average weather patterns. This quiz will also cover important health services available to residents and visitors alike.
