Fireworks Injuries Down 75% as Manila Preps NYE Show
DOH logs 7 fireworks-related injuries ahead of New Year, a 75% decrease from 2023. Manila plans an extravagant display. Stay safe and know emergency numbers.
DOH logs 7 fireworks-related injuries ahead of New Year, a 75% decrease from 2023. Manila plans an extravagant display. Stay safe and know emergency numbers.
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.
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 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.
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.
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 surge of unregistered e-bikes and e-trikes on Philippine roads demands urgent LTO action. Outdated laws and regulatory confusion fuel safety risks and unfair competition. Read more.
The LTO suspends the ban on e-bikes and e-trikes on national roads, moving enforcement to January 2026 for a public information drive. Officials cite safety concerns and lack of regulation.
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 Raffy Tulfo supports the LTO's decision to enforce e-bike and e-trike regulations in January 2026. He believes the one-month information drive is sufficient for public education. Read the details.
The LTO announces a ban on light electric vehicles on national highways starting Dec 1, 2025, with impounding operations to begin January 2, 2026. Learn the new rules.
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.
The LTO defers impounding e-bikes & e-trikes on national roads until Jan 2, 2026, starting an information campaign on Dec 1. Learn the new safety rules.
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.
Metro Cebu implements e-bike and e-trike ban on national roads starting December 1, 2025. Local governments enforce regulations affecting drivers' livelihoods. Learn the new rules.
Starting December 1, 2025, e-bikes and e-trikes face nationwide ban on major roads. Learn how this impacts drivers' livelihoods and road safety across the Philippines.
LTO prohibits e-trikes and e-bikes from national highways starting December 1, 2025. New traffic regulation aims to improve road safety in San Fernando and nationwide.
Starting December 1, 2025, the LTO will apprehend and impound e-bikes and e-trikes on major roads. Learn the details and safety reasons behind this nationwide ban.
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.
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.
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.
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.