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.
The Bureau of Fire Protection in Lapu-Lapu City orders the City Government to comply with fire safety requirements within 15 days after an inspection found deficiencies. Learn about the findings and the city's response.
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.
Danao City students return to classrooms on December 3, 2025, after safety inspections. Schools declared safe post-earthquake and typhoon. Executive Order No. 098 S. 2025 details the mandate.
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.
Lapu-Lapu City officials intensify market inspections after confiscating 4 tampered scales. Daily random checks implemented to protect consumers during holiday shopping season. Stay informed!
Mayor Gica confirms the Dumanjug flood control wall collapse was due to Tropical Depression Verbena, not substandard construction. The project was above-standard, and the contractor will repair it.
Lapu-Lapu City market inspectors confiscated 4 tampered weighing scales from vendors. Stay alert this Christmas season as random inspections intensify.
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.
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.
Typhoon Tino's deadly flash floods in Liloan, Cebu claim 35 lives. The ICI launches an inspection into P26 billion flood control projects. Full details on the investigation.
The ICI will investigate P26 billion in flood control projects in Cebu after Typhoon Tino caused severe damage. The probe aims to determine why flooding occurred despite massive funding.
Federation of Free Workers demands Dole conduct massive post-flood workplace inspections to protect workers from safety hazards. ILO Convention 81 now effective in Philippines.
The Department of Health imposes a 60-day price freeze on essential medicines across the Philippines to protect consumers from rising pharmaceutical costs during health emergencies.
The Department of Health declares Code Blue alert across all government hospitals in the Philippines as medical facilities prepare for potential mass casualty events and health emergencies.
Health officials in Central Visayas warn against antibiotic misuse during flood cleanup, highlighting risks of antimicrobial resistance and proper treatment alternatives.
Lapu-Lapu City authorities confiscate 3,000 kilograms of questionable meat products in a decisive public health operation, ensuring food safety standards.
The Department of Health raises Code White Alert nationwide for Undas 2023, ensuring 24/7 emergency services and enhanced hospital readiness during the holiday period.