Cong. Manoy Wilbert “Wise” Lee is pushing for a full investigation into the reported ₱11 billion worth of expired medicines and vaccines in DOH warehouses, as revealed by the Commission on Audit (COA). Lee described the wastage as a grave injustice to the Filipino people and a failure of leadership.

“Billions of pesos worth of medicines and vaccines could have saved lives. Instead, they were left to expire due to poor planning and inefficiency. This is a crime against the public,” Lee stated. He called on Congress to investigate the DOH’s procurement and logistical processes and to hold responsible officials accountable.

The COA report highlighted systemic issues, including inadequate procurement planning and a lack of proper monitoring systems. Lee warned that similar lapses could occur again unless structural reforms are implemented. “This is not just about accountability; this is about fixing a broken system that continues to fail the Filipino people,” he said.

Lee also pointed out that the DOH has repeatedly failed to address critical issues, including the lack of medicines in public hospitals and unfulfilled commitments such as a detailed report on medicine availability. “The health of millions is at stake, yet we see no sense of urgency or accountability from the DOH leadership,” he lamented.

The solon renewed his call for leadership changes within the DOH, stressing the need for a healthcare system that prioritizes the well-being of Filipinos. “Ang gamot at pagpapagamot, dapat libre na, dapat sagot na ng gobyerno. Hindi natin kayang magtiis sa palpak na pamamalakad habang nagdurusa ang taumbayan,” Lee concluded.

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