Cebu City Approves Free Annual Medical Checkups, Mental Health Plan
Cebu City Council institutionalizes free annual health checkups for vulnerable sectors and a citywide mental health system. Mayor Archival's signature pending for implementation.
Cebu City Council institutionalizes free annual health checkups for vulnerable sectors and a citywide mental health system. Mayor Archival's signature pending for implementation.
Mekeni Food Corp. backed a major Hospital on Wheels medical mission in Porac, offering free healthcare to over 1,000, prioritizing indigenous communities. Read about this impactful collaboration.
Lapu-Lapu City Veterinary Office reminds pet owners of legal duties under the Anti-Rabies Act after a stray dog's death. Learn how to report strays and about ongoing training programs.
27 women entrepreneurs in Davao Region completed DTI's E-Taas ang Pinay MSMEs training. The program boosts digital skills & economic growth. Read their success story!
Davao City's Peace 911 and TESDA trained 29 Indigenous Peoples in dressmaking to boost livelihood and preserve cultural designs. Sewing kits were provided to empower communities.
President Bongbong Marcos dismisses claims Philippines trained Sydney attackers. NSC finds no evidence, cites improved security post-Marawi. Read the full statement.
A pastry-making workshop for parents of child laborers in Malita highlights economic empowerment's role in preventing abuse and strengthening family resilience. Learn how this initiative works.
More than 6,000 jeepney drivers in Davao finish capability training for the Davao Bus Project. Learn how the city is preparing for the transport shift.
Sixty young leaders from Basilan underwent a four-day training to empower them for community development. Discover how the program aims to rebuild post-conflict areas.
A total of 244 new police recruits have officially joined the Police Regional Office-Negros Island Region in a ceremony in Bacolod City. They now begin rigorous training to serve and protect the community.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro announces cash incentives up to P10,000, new uniforms, and noche buena packs for over 9,000 barangay health workers. A merrier Christmas for frontline community heroes.
Davao City's Agriculturist Office and ATI-Davao are mobilizing inactive coconut farmers' associations to access benefits under the CFIDP, including income support, training, and modern equipment. Register now to avail of long-awaited government aid.
Ayala's AC Health invests nearly P500M to modernize the 70-year-old Cebu Velez General Hospital, now Healthway Cebu Velez General Hospital, boosting Visayas healthcare. Read about the upgrades and regional impact.
Pampanga's new dialysis center in Apalit, funded via a P30M PPP, offers free PhilHealth treatment. It aims to serve over 200 patients daily, with more centers planned across the province.
The DBM commits to timely fund release for PhilHealth's P113B 2026 subsidy, the largest single-year investment for poor Filipinos' healthcare, backed by sin taxes and restored SC funds.
The British Council launches its Edge program in BARMM, providing English and digital literacy training to empower out-of-school adolescent girls and overcome educational barriers.
Zamboanga Sibugay Police Provincial Office begins a five-day Firearm Proficiency Training to enhance marksmanship and tactical response. Learn about the program's goals.
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.
Cebu Technological University unveils a P29-million automation lab with SMC's FMS-200 system, enhancing technical education for manufacturing and high-tech industries in the Philippines.
Cebu City Medical Center acquires P38 million worth of new surgical equipment to address rising patient demand and aging machines. Mayor Archival commits to finishing hospital construction.
PCSO boosts emergency medical care, donating 10 vehicles to reach 99% national coverage. The program aims for 100% coverage by year-end. Read more about this vital initiative.
Magalang's MALUgud Healthcare Program provides free monthly maintenance medicines to qualified residents, distributing 48,000 pills since October 2025. Discover how this initiative improves healthcare access.
Cebu Province unveils comprehensive development plan targeting healthcare, governance, and hunger. Key initiatives include mobile kitchens and infrastructure upgrades to boost public service.
UCMed's Diabetes and Nutrition Center receives 'Clinic of Competence' award from PCDEF, reinforcing its status as a leading diabetes care hub in the Visayas. Discover how this impacts patient care.
Philippine Airlines Aviation School sends 14 pilot trainees to Australia for advanced flight training. Learn about PAL's expansion plans and renewed partnership with PNB.
PCSO delivers 82 medical transport vehicles to Negros Island Region and Western Visayas, enhancing emergency healthcare access for remote communities. Read how this initiative saves lives.
PCSO turns over 84 Patient Transport Vehicles to LGUs in Negros Island Region and Western Visayas on Nov 25, 2025, enhancing emergency medical services.
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.
Six irrigators associations in Zamboanga del Norte completed 3-day composting training to advance sustainable agriculture. Learn how this boosts soil health and reduces costs.
A new Netflix series with Bill Gates explores AI's impact on Filipino education, healthcare, and jobs. Discover the challenges and opportunities for the Philippines.