This came after some local government units (LGU) including Cebu City started to make wearing of face mask non-mandatory.
DOH said there are more benefits on wearing face mask despite the declining number of Covid-19 cases in the country.
These include protecting senior citizens and immunocompromised members of the family from different diseases.
It is also a safety measure against colds and cough especially during this rainy season when diseases are prevalent.
“Required man o hindi, mas mabuting patuloy pa rin tayong magsuot ng face mask kahit saan,” the health agency said.