The DOH Central Visayas urges the public to prioritize health and safety this Christmas and New Year through its 'Ligtas Christmas' campaign. Focus on proper food, exercise, safe travel, and avoiding fireworks.
The DOH launches 'Gawing Ligtas Christmas' campaign, urging moderation on sweets, daily exercise, and road safety to prevent holiday injuries and illnesses. Ensure a healthy New Year!
The DOH launches its Ligtas-Tigdas vaccination campaign in January 2025 to protect children against measles and rubella. Cases are up 29% in 2025. Learn the schedule and target age group.
The DOH is exploring an expansion of zero-balance billing to cover semi-private rooms for barangay health workers. This move follows a directive from President Marcos Jr. to widen the program's reach.
PAGASA warns of scattered rains and thunderstorms across the Philippines due to amihan and easterlies, raising risks of flash floods and landslides. Stay informed and vigilant.
Philippines DOH reports a 29% rise in measles cases for 2025, with over 4,800 infections. A nationwide Measles-Rubella vaccination campaign targets children starting January 2026. Learn how to protect your family.
Cebu City Police Colonel George Ylanan leads surprise inspection on fireworks vendors at SRP to ensure safety compliance. Authorities warn of confiscation for illegal sales.
The DOH calls for a safer holiday season, urging Filipinos to avoid health risks from the '4Ms', alcohol, and fireworks. Embrace 'TED' and 'BiyaHealthy' for a joyful celebration.
PAGASA forecasts continued rains across the Philippines due to the ITCZ, easterlies, and amihan. Flash flood and landslide warnings are in effect for several regions. Stay informed.
Authorities intercepted three suspects at Caticlan Airport for using fake credit cards to book Cebu Pacific flights. Learn how to protect yourself from travel scams.
Cebu City Police intensify patrols for illegal fireworks sales. Only 18 vendors are authorized to operate in a single zone. Read the full safety guidelines.
Lapu-Lapu City authorities have begun inspecting fireworks retailers to ensure public safety this Christmas. Stores face strict limits and heavy penalties for violations. Read the full safety guidelines.
NBI-7 agents arrest four individuals for a P4 million estafa scam involving a fake land title in Mambaling, Cebu. One suspect remains at large. Public warned of holiday season fraud.
Lapu-Lapu City enforces strict safety checks on firecracker stalls. Officials limit stock, mandate safe distances, and warn of heavy penalties for violations. Stay safe this holiday season.
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.
Tropical Depression Wilma is almost stationary over Eastern Samar, with landfall expected late Dec 6. TCWS No. 1 is up for many areas. Mariners are warned of rough seas.
Home Credit Philippines alerts borrowers to rising loan-to-cash scams ahead of Christmas. Scammers pose as intermediaries, leaving victims with debt. Violators face 6-8 years in prison. Stay vigilant!
Pagasa monitors Tropical Depression Wilma, now 600 km east of Northern Samar. Landfall expected over Eastern Visayas Dec 5-6, bringing prolonged rain and flood risks. Stay updated.
The Department of Labor and Employment directs its field personnel to strictly monitor pyrotechnics firms for OSH compliance. The move aims to prevent workplace accidents during the peak production season.
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.
Actor Miguel Tanfelix reveals he was scammed of P20,000 during his 27th birthday trip to Rio de Janeiro. Get the full story and his warning to travelers.
DOLE directs field personnel to monitor pyrotechnics industry compliance with OSH standards ahead of New Year celebrations. Coordination with BFP, PNP, and LGUs mandated.
The Philippines FDA warns against misleading ads for food and dietary supplements, stressing they are not medicines. Learn how to protect yourself from false claims.
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.
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.
PAGASA forecasts scattered rains in Eastern Visayas, Caraga, Davao due to ITCZ. Amihan brings light rains to Batanes. Flash flood, landslide warnings issued.
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.
FDA warns Filipinos about unregistered alcoholic beverages during holiday celebrations. Check product registration to prevent methanol poisoning and ensure safe gatherings.
Davao City Acting Mayor Sebastian Duterte delivers strong warning to drug pushers exploiting children. Read about the city's crackdown on illegal substances.