Quarantine Chaos: A Philippine Perspective

This chapter examines the tumultuous implementation of quarantine measures in the Philippines during the COVID-19 pandemic and the disparate impacts on various socioeconomic groups. It highlights the challenges faced by lower and middle-class communities regarding access to basic supplies and the political repercussions of these measures amid public unrest. The discussion sheds light on the effectiveness of local governance in contrast to the centralized federal response and the implications for the country's healthcare policies.