DOJ Withdraws Dengvaxia Cases Against Former Health Chief and Two Others
The Department of Justice in the Philippines has withdrawn 98 cases of reckless imprudence against former Health Secretary Janette Garin and two others. The decision followed a comprehensive review, concluding insufficient evidence linking the Dengvaxia vaccine to the alleged fatalities. The DOJ cited legal challenges in proving conspiracy and negligence, emphasizing the absence of malicious intent. Families affected by the vaccine continue to seek justice through alternative legal avenues. The case highlights ongoing debates around vaccine policy and public health accountability in the country.