The waitress has to take time off work because her son is suffering from a terrible respiratory disease.

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This company made safety goggles, respiratory masks, earplugs, and other safety products worn by individuals at work.

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Although the Philippines has escaped the worst of the deadly Sars respiratory virus, with only 12 cases and two deaths, thousands of Filipinos work in some of the hardest hit locations such as Hong Kong and Singapore.

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