Nearly 4,000 Cebu City health workers who served during the COVID-19 pandemic have yet to receive their Health Emergency Allowance (HEA) for 2021-2023, prompting urgent calls for action from city officials.
OPM legend Ogie Alcasid and health experts explain why liver care is crucial, especially during festive seasons. Discover tips on phospholipids, mindful eating, and annual check-ups.
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.
Bayan Central Visayas criticizes Cebu lawmakers for securing P55.77B in DPWH funds, arguing it neglects hospitals, housing, and education. Read the full investigation.
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.
A decade after the Supreme Court banned PDAF, a P55.77 billion allocation for Cebu lawmakers via a secret 'BBM formula' raises fresh corruption and transparency concerns. Read the full investigation.
Eleven Cebu congressmen received P55.77 billion in discretionary public works funds from 2023-2025 under the DPWH's 'allocable' system, a PCIJ investigation reveals. Explore the breakdown and the controversy.
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.
ASH Philippines declares a total vape ban is feasible with government political will. Health advocates fully support DOH's proposal, citing failed regulation and youth targeting. #VapeBan #PublicHealth
DBM guarantees timely release of PHP113 billion PhilHealth subsidy in 2026 budget, doubling government support for universal healthcare. Learn how this impacts Filipino health coverage.
Bacolod City Council approves resolution for immediate leptospirosis prevention following typhoon flooding. Health Office urged to launch citywide campaign and disinfection.
Medical experts warn about rising skin infections after Typhoon Tino flooding. Learn prevention tips and treatment options to protect your family's health.
Four fatalities from suspected leptospirosis reported in Cebu City following typhoon-induced flooding. Health officials warn residents to avoid floodwaters and seek preventive medication.
Davao City Population Division emphasizes male participation in family planning and offers free vasectomy services. Learn about the benefits and schedule.
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.
Cebu faces a leptospirosis health crisis with 106 cases and 7 deaths recorded from November 1-20, 2025. Health officials urge immediate action and outbreak declaration.
Cebu City faces a public health emergency as garbage piles up despite government clean-up efforts. Councilor Garganera warns of irreversible damage without immediate waste management reforms.
Cebu province records 106 suspected leptospirosis cases with 7 fatalities post-Typhoon Tino. Health officials warn of potential outbreak declaration. Learn symptoms and prevention.
Cebu records 23 leptospirosis cases after Typhoon Tino flooding. Learn symptoms, prevention tips, and treatment options to stay safe from waterborne diseases.
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.
Cebu Province faces leptospirosis outbreak with 106 cases and 7 fatalities in November 2025. Health officials urge immediate medical care after flood exposure. Learn prevention tips.
Medical experts at a Cebu lung health forum warn against rising vaping and smoking risks, revealing new lung injury cases and urging cessation. Learn how to protect your health.
Typhoon Tino's flooding in Cebu leads to a leptospirosis crisis. Learn how health officials are racing to prevent more deaths and protect residents from the invisible threat.
Typhoon Tino's flooding causes leptospirosis outbreak in Cebu, claiming lives including 27-year-old Jerwen Abellana. Health officials race to prevent disaster.
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.
A concerned Filipino mother seeks advice for her college daughter struggling with online criticism and validation seeking. Expert tips for parents facing similar challenges.
Cordova Mayor Cesar Suan urges residents exposed to floodwaters from Typhoon Tino to seek immediate medical care after first leptospirosis case confirmed. Learn symptoms and prevention.
Cordova reports its first leptospirosis case after recent typhoons. Mayor Cesar Suan urges residents with flood exposure to seek immediate medical consultation to prevent severe illness.
Davao City's Health Office confirms the city remains malaria-free since 2021 declaration. Continuous monitoring and prevention efforts ensure public health safety. Support local health initiatives!
Mandaue City Hospital confirms all leptospirosis tests returned negative. Hospital relies on clinical assessment and maintains adequate medication supply. Read the latest health update.