Cebu City P50M Free Health, Mental Wellness Plan
Cebu City Council passes ordinances for free annual medical exams and 24/7 mental health support. Mayor Archival's approval pending to implement the P50 million initiative for vulnerable residents.
Cebu City Council passes ordinances for free annual medical exams and 24/7 mental health support. Mayor Archival's approval pending to implement the P50 million initiative for vulnerable residents.
Cebu City Council institutionalizes free annual health checkups for vulnerable sectors and a citywide mental health system. Mayor Archival's signature pending for implementation.
Property developers warn outdated drainage systems threaten Cebu's growth. They demand a comprehensive, Metro Cebu-wide master plan to prevent flooding and secure investments. Action is urgent.
Mekeni Food Corp. backed a major Hospital on Wheels medical mission in Porac, offering free healthcare to over 1,000, prioritizing indigenous communities. Read about this impactful collaboration.
A Cebuano writer shares the joy of his son's first birthday, while local media and SunStar Cebu teams celebrate the season with camaraderie and festive gatherings. Read more about these heartwarming events.
NUSTAR Resort Cebu ushers in Christmas with its 'Pearl of the Holiday Season' tree lighting. The event featured charity, festive dining, and a grand New Year's countdown. Book your holiday experience now!
Ayala Land unveils its second CityFlats in Cebu, providing 392 affordable co-living units to combat long commutes and high rents for young professionals. Discover a new way to live in the heart of the city.
Cebu City and Province recorded no crimes during the first Misa de Gallo dawn mass on December 16, 2025, thanks to massive police visibility and proactive security measures.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro announces cash incentives up to P10,000, new uniforms, and noche buena packs for over 9,000 barangay health workers. A merrier Christmas for frontline community heroes.
Ayala's AC Health invests nearly P500M to modernize the 70-year-old Cebu Velez General Hospital, now Healthway Cebu Velez General Hospital, boosting Visayas healthcare. Read about the upgrades and regional impact.
Pampanga's new dialysis center in Apalit, funded via a P30M PPP, offers free PhilHealth treatment. It aims to serve over 200 patients daily, with more centers planned across the province.
The DBM commits to timely fund release for PhilHealth's P113B 2026 subsidy, the largest single-year investment for poor Filipinos' healthcare, backed by sin taxes and restored SC funds.
Cebu's economy is projected to grow 6.5-7.5% in 2024, driven by construction, tourism, and BPO. Learn the key drivers and challenges in our detailed outlook.
Ombudsman suspends 12 DPWH-Mimaropa officials for 6 months over alleged irregularities in a P289 million flood control project in Oriental Mindoro. Key figures face graft charges.
Cebu Governor Pam Baricuatro cancels the Capitol's grand Christmas party to focus resources on recovery efforts for earthquake and typhoon victims. A message of unity and compassion this holiday season.
The Cebu Provincial Board approved a resolution requesting P18 million from Gov. Baricuatro to repair nine heritage churches in northern Cebu damaged by a magnitude 6.9 earthquake. Read the full story.
Ayala Land Inc. soft-opens its second CityFlats co-living property in Cebu Business Park, offering 392 furnished rooms. The move responds to strong demand from young professionals seeking to escape traffic and high rents. Read more.
PhilHealth disburses a record P250.73 billion in medical claims from Jan-Oct 2025, an 83% jump. See how this impacts healthcare access for Filipinos.
Cebu Province lights its Capitol Christmas tree but cancels the grand party to focus resources on earthquake and typhoon recovery. Governor Baricuatro calls for a meaningful, united holiday season.
bai Hotel Cebu launches 'bai for the Holidays' with special dining bundles, gift hampers, and festive feasts at CAFÉ bai from Nov 21 to Dec 31, 2025. Discover their ultimate guide to a merry Cebuano Christmas.
Cebu City Medical Center acquires P38 million worth of new surgical equipment to address rising patient demand and aging machines. Mayor Archival commits to finishing hospital construction.
PCSO boosts emergency medical care, donating 10 vehicles to reach 99% national coverage. The program aims for 100% coverage by year-end. Read more about this vital initiative.
Magalang's MALUgud Healthcare Program provides free monthly maintenance medicines to qualified residents, distributing 48,000 pills since October 2025. Discover how this initiative improves healthcare access.
Cebu Province unveils comprehensive development plan targeting healthcare, governance, and hunger. Key initiatives include mobile kitchens and infrastructure upgrades to boost public service.
UCMed's Diabetes and Nutrition Center receives 'Clinic of Competence' award from PCDEF, reinforcing its status as a leading diabetes care hub in the Visayas. Discover how this impacts patient care.
PCSO delivers 82 medical transport vehicles to Negros Island Region and Western Visayas, enhancing emergency healthcare access for remote communities. Read how this initiative saves lives.
Typhoon Tino's devastation in Cebu Province reaches 96 fatalities and 43 missing. Relief operations and infrastructure restoration are underway. Support the victims now.
Caja Kitchen Cebu launches its December 2025 buffet calendar with festive breakfast, lunch, and dinner specials. Celebrate the holidays with Filipino flavors at Bayfront Hotel. Book now!
PCSO turns over 84 Patient Transport Vehicles to LGUs in Negros Island Region and Western Visayas on Nov 25, 2025, enhancing emergency medical services.
Perpetual Succour Hospital in Cebu launches lung health forum during Lung Cancer Awareness Month, offering free pulmonary tests and warning about smoking and vaping dangers.