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.
Mandaue City allocates P60M for 'Gugma sa Pasko,' distributing 100,000 Noche Buena packs to ease holiday expenses for families and students. Learn about the city's festive support initiative.
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.
The Pampanga Provincial Government provides P2,000 cash, rice, and food packs to 4,281 patients battling serious illnesses. Governor Lilia Pineda leads the aid distribution to ease financial burdens.
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.
Over 300 Angeles City residents received gifts in the 'WE KEN' Wish Ko Lang Christmas Edition 2025. Sponsor Kenneth Lansang vows more aid for the marginalized. Read the heartwarming story.
Aboitiz Foundation grants P8.5 million in home recovery assistance to 285 families in Liloan, Cebu, impacted by Typhoon Tino. Each family receives P30,000 for rebuilding. Read more.
Discover the remarkable story of Pampanga's first family, Governor Lilia 'Nanay' Pineda and STL operator Bong Pineda. From humble beginnings to public service and business success, their journey inspires. Read their full story here.
Around 1,000 students in Candaba, Pampanga received P11,070 each from the SPES program, a joint effort by the LGU and DOLE to support education. Learn how this initiative helps local youth.
FO3 James Vergara, an Angeles City firefighter, shares his story of sacrifice during Christmas. He reminds families about fire safety while risking his life to save others.
Senator Imee Marcos brings hope to families affected by Typhoon Tino with Christmas gifts and food packs for 800 beneficiaries in Danao City and Liloan. Read how the community found relief.
A fire in Sitio Mayflower, Barangay Duljo Fatima, Cebu City, destroyed 15 houses and injured two. Over 100 individuals are displaced. Read the latest on the cause and response.
Cebu's historic churches damaged by the Sept. 30 quake set for 2026 rehabilitation. NHCP provides technical guidance as province allocates P18M aid. Details on the assessment and the nine churches listed.
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.
167 fishermen in Masantol, Pampanga received ₱3,000 fuel subsidy and new fiberglass boats from BFAR and the local government to boost livelihood and the fisheries sector.
UCFI and NUSTAR's NUServe provide ₱5 million in emergency relief to Cebu City, including tents, food, and hygiene kits. Final batch expected before year-end.
Davao de Oro Province provides ₱4.5 million in financial assistance to 11 earthquake-affected LGUs in Cebu. Read how this act of solidarity supports recovery efforts.
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.
The Philippine Competition Commission greenlights the major energy asset deal between Prime Infrastructure and First Gen after review, citing no threat to market competition. Read the full analysis.
The European Union provides over P660 million in humanitarian aid for Filipino communities hit by recent disasters. Ambassador Massimo Santoro visits Cebu to oversee relief efforts.
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 City Hall continues systematic relief distribution to all affected barangays following recent earthquakes and typhoon. Over a hundred families already assisted. Learn how to get help.
DSWD Field Office-Davao temporarily halts guarantee letter issuance for AICS and AKAP starting Nov 30, 2025. Other aid forms continue. Learn more.
Governor Lala Taliño-Mendoza leads the turnover of 100 Serbisyong Totoo Rescue Vehicles to boost emergency response in remote barangays of North Cotabato. Read about this P90M initiative.
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.
Bitget and The Ascent Project distribute P100,000 in relief goods to residents hit by the 6.9 magnitude earthquake in northern Cebu. Learn how they are supporting recovery.
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.
Pag-IBIG Fund provided short-term loans to 3.2 million Filipino workers from Jan-Oct 2025, a 28% surge. Learn how Virtual Pag-IBIG makes financial aid faster and more accessible.
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.
Aboitiz Foundation provides P3.3 million in construction assistance to 225 earthquake-affected families in San Remigio, Cebu. Learn how this initiative helps rebuild homes and communities.