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Marcos vows better benefits, opportunities for nurses
MANILA, Philippines — President Marcos paid tribute to nurses on Monday, thanking them for their service to the country as he also vowed to improve their welfare by providing them with government support, benefits and more opportunities. He made the commitment during the 2026 national annual convention of the Philippin

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