The Department of Health (DOH) has warned the public about a Facebook page maliciously claiming to be a "loan center" of the Malasakit Program Office.

"The said page is FAKE, and is not in any way or form affiliated with the Malasakit Center," the DOH said in an advisory.

According to the department, criminal charges may be pressed against individuals behind the page.

Malasakit Centers are meant to be one-stop shops at government hospitals for medical and financial assistance and patient referrals.

These provide easier access to medical and financial assistance for poor patients.

The DOH urged the public to source information only from legitimate sources and platforms.