DOH Calls for Open Safe Sex Talks to Combat HIV Spread
A DOH official urges breaking the stigma around safe sex discussions to achieve real HIV literacy and combat the virus's spread in the Philippines. Join the conversation.
A DOH official urges breaking the stigma around safe sex discussions to achieve real HIV literacy and combat the virus's spread in the Philippines. Join the conversation.
State auditors found Talisay City Government charged ineligible expenses like a traffic command center and salary differentials to its disaster risk reduction fund in 2023-2024. Read the full report.
Davao City Health Office intensifies HIV/AIDS awareness, offering free testing and promoting the ABCDE prevention method. Learn about treatment hubs and how to access services.
Police Regional Office 6 reports significant declines in total crime, index crimes, and peace & order incidents for November 2025. PRO 6 Chief Brig. Gen. Ligan credits police work and community support. Read the full report.
A new UN report warns unmanaged AI could reverse decades of progress in closing the development gap between nations. Asia's role and the urgent need for inclusive policies are highlighted.
Davao City Health Office secures numerous accolades at the DOH Harmonized Health Awards 2025, recognized for child health, UHC, and healthy workplaces. Discover the city's health achievements.
Heavy rain flooded a Lapu-Lapu school, exposing 700+ students. This comes as Cebu logs 426 probable leptospirosis cases. Authorities urge immediate action amid testing delays.
Senator Bam Aquino files Senate Bill 1559 to overhaul the party-list system, aiming to return it to its original purpose of representing marginalized sectors. Learn about the key reforms proposed.
Cebu Province reports 426 probable leptospirosis cases and 12 deaths in November 2025. Officials debate outbreak declaration amid delayed confirmatory tests from RITM. Read the full report.
A former airman's deathbed warning against vaping highlights a public health crisis in the Philippines. DOH reports surging youth use and pushes for a full ban.
PhilHealth expands its HIV outpatient package by 95% to ₱58,500, strengthening support and privacy for PLHIV. Learn about the enhanced benefits and nationwide coverage.
DOH provided free HIV services to 2,500 people at Quezon Memorial Circle as new infections surge 550% since 2010. Learn about prevention efforts and alarming statistics.
The DOH reports a sharp rise in HIV cases in the Philippines, with over 5,500 new infections from July to September 2025. Learn the key regions affected and the reasons behind the increase.
The DOH reports over 5,500 new HIV cases from July to September 2025, a 22% increase. Learn about the regional hotspots and the reasons behind the surge.
Typhoon Verbena intensifies near Palawan, affecting 275,000+ individuals. Track the storm's path and safety updates as NDRRMC reports missing persons.
The DOH strongly condemns deceptive vape marketing, refuting claims they are safer than cigarettes. Health advocates demand accountability for over 100,000 annual tobacco-related deaths in the Philippines.
The DOH warns of a potential dengue surge in the Philippines after Typhoons Tino and Uwan. Stagnant water creates breeding sites. Learn how to protect your family.
DOH confirms African Swine Fever poses no risk to humans. Pork remains safe to consume when properly cooked. Get the latest updates on Quezon City lechon store closures.
UN report reveals nearly half of global population resides in urban areas, with megacities quadrupling since 1975. Discover urbanization trends shaping our future.
Metropolitan Cebu Water District maintains water safety operations despite expired DOH certificate. Updated plan submitted with 89.42% acceptance rating. Learn about water safety measures.
Typhoon Tino claims 269 lives with Cebu recording 150 deaths. Over 5 million affected, P484M agriculture damage reported. Latest updates on relief efforts.
Over 2,500 residents in Davao Occidental's remote Barangay South Lamidan received free medical services during DOH-Davao's week-long health mission, advancing Universal Health Care access.
Southern Philippines Medical Center's Trauma Institute earns high praise from DOH inspectors for its advanced systems and low mortality rates. Learn how their protocols save lives.
A magnitude 4.8 earthquake shook areas near Bogo City, Cebu on Saturday afternoon. Phivolcs reports tremors felt in Leyte and Bohol. Stay informed about earthquake safety.
Typhoon Tino leaves 108 dead, 1,365 injured, and 44 missing in Cebu Province. Search operations continue in hardest-hit areas. Read the latest updates.
Cebu Province faces devastating toll from Typhoon Tino with 108 fatalities, 1,365 injured, and 44 missing. Compostela records highest casualties as rescue operations continue.
Super Typhoon Uwan has killed 27 people across multiple Philippine provinces. Read the latest updates on casualties and damage from this devastating storm.
Super Typhoon Uwan destroyed 572 homes across Central Luzon. Tarlac recorded the highest damage with 320 affected houses. Stay informed about disaster response efforts.
Super Typhoon Uwan leaves 27 dead, 36 injured, and 3.6 million people affected across the Philippines. Damage to infrastructure exceeds ₱125 million. Learn how to help victims.
Typhoon Tino's death toll in the Philippines climbs to 232, with Cebu reporting the most casualties. Over 1.1 million families affected. Read the full report on the disaster's impact.