DOH: No Drug Shortage, But Price Hikes Expected
The Department of Health monitors drug prices due to Middle East tensions affecting oil, but confirms sufficient supply. Secretary Ted Herbosa warns of rising costs for imported medical goods.
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WHO: 'Stand with Science' for Global Health on World Health Day
The World Health Organization marks its 78th anniversary with a year-long campaign urging global unity behind science to strengthen health systems and combat intensifying threats like climate change and epidemics.
Drug Prices Stable Until June in Philippines Despite Conflict
The Private Hospitals Association of the Philippines confirms no expected drug price increases until June, citing supplier delays, government controls, and competitive hospital procurement.
Cadiz City Warns Public to Avoid Aloy and Tolingan Fish
The Cadiz City Health Office in Negros Occidental has issued a public health advisory urging residents to temporarily avoid consuming Aloy and Tolingan fish after 51 confirmed cases of severe allergic reactions were reported on April 6, 2026.
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Davao Health Referral System Relies on Trust and LGU Cooperation
The Patient Navigation and Referral Unit in Davao Region is enhancing healthcare access through a structured referral pathway, requiring public trust and local government support to function effectively under the Universal Health Care Act.
Chronic Diseases Fuel High Hospital Spending in Philippines
A new PIDS study shows chronic diseases like cancer and heart conditions account for 65% of high-cost hospital cases, with 5% of patients using 20% of PhilHealth reimbursements in 2023.
First Mindanao Child Gets CAR T Cancer Therapy in Shanghai
Dezier Grye Daclan, a 10-year-old from Mindanao, has made medical history as the first in the region to undergo CAR T cell infusion for aggressive blood cancer at Shanghai Children's Medical Center, after battling the disease for four years with unwaverin
PRC Aids 845 in Holy Week 2026 Health and Welfare Drive
The Philippine Red Cross provided vital health services to 845 individuals during Holy Week 2026, including monitoring, minor injury care, and emergency responses across 57 locations nationwide.
Metro Manila Under Code White Alert for Holy Week
The Department of Health places Metro Manila under Code White Alert from March 30 to April 5, 2026, ensuring standby medical teams and 24/7 monitoring for health emergencies during increased travel.
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DOH Activates Code White Alert for Holy Week Health Readiness
The Department of Health raises Code White Alert from March 30 to April 6, 2026, placing emergency teams on standby for Holy Week medical needs while urging public safety measures.
PhilHealth Eyes Benefit Hike Amid Middle East Crisis
The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation is evaluating another increase in benefit packages for members to offset rising medical costs triggered by the Middle East crisis, as private hospitals plan fee hikes.
DOH Warns of Drug Price Surge Amid Energy Emergency
The Department of Health expresses concern over potential spikes in drug prices and medical supply chain disruptions due to the Middle East crisis and national energy emergency.
JBLMGH Hospital Unveils Advanced Sterilization and Oxygen Facilities
Jose B. Lingad Memorial General Hospital has launched two new facilities: RUMED for advanced surgical instrument sterilization and MOGP for reliable medical-grade oxygen production, enhancing patient safety and care delivery.
DOH Urges Early TB Screening to Halt Disease Spread
The Department of Health emphasizes early tuberculosis detection as Metro Manila records over 100,000 cases, offering free services and community initiatives to address stigma.
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Philippines Fights Sleep Epidemic with New Health Campaign
The Philippine Society of Sleep Medicine and Department of Health intensify efforts to combat sleep deprivation, launching Project Himbing to promote sleep health nationwide as the country ranks among the most sleep-deprived globally.
Newborn Screening Success: A Mother's Advocacy Story
Raquel Estrella's daughter Jasmin was diagnosed with congenital hypothyroidism at birth. Through the Newborn Screening Program, they received vital care, leading to Jasmin thriving today. Raquel now advocates for early diagnosis to save lives.
AHVC Hosts Heart Care Forum in Cebu with Top Cardiologists
The Asian Heart & Vascular Centre will host a public health forum in Cebu City on April 17, 2026, featuring renowned cardiologists Dr. Edgar Tay and Dr. Pipin Kojodjojo. The event aims to share state-of-the-art solutions for heart care, focusing on minima
Doctors to the Barrios: Rural Healthcare's Critical Lifeline
The Doctors to the Barrios program remains essential after 33 years, but faces shortages, security risks, and systemic strain that require real investment beyond applause.
PCSO Donates 12 Ventilators to Bohol Hospitals
The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office has delivered 12 mechanical ventilators to five government hospitals in Bohol, enhancing critical care capacity and improving access to life-saving treatment across the province.
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Rising TB Cases in Davao Spark Health Concerns
Health officials in Davao City report a concerning increase in tuberculosis cases, with 8,712 recorded in 2025, up from 8,500. Factors like overcrowding and poor nutrition contribute to the spread, as experts urge public awareness ahead of World TB Day.
Mindanao Nutrition Divide: Gains vs. Bangsamoro Struggles
New data reveals improving child nutrition in parts of Mindanao, but the Bangsamoro region faces high stunting rates due to poverty and limited health access, highlighting stark regional disparities.
Fire at India Hospital Kills 10 Patients, Injures 11 Staff
A devastating fire at a government hospital trauma center in Odisha, India, has resulted in 10 fatalities, all patients, and left 11 staff members injured. Authorities suspect an electrical short circuit as the cause, with investigations ongoing.
Davao City Birthing Home Opens for Indigenous Health Access
The Malikongkong Maternal and Child Birthing Home in Davao City's Marilog district officially opened on March 10, 2026, providing critical healthcare access to indigenous families. Funded by Japan and developed through partnerships, it aims to reduce mate
Free Healthcare Mission in Zamboanga Sibugay's Remote Villages
Residents from two geographically isolated communities in Zamboanga Sibugay benefited from a comprehensive two-day medical mission, offering services from general consultations to minor surgeries, organized by the 106th Infantry Battalion and multiple hea
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Medical Mission Benefits 754 Residents in Upi, Maguindanao del Norte
The Office of the Chief Minister's Project TABANG conducted a two-day medical mission in Upi, Maguindanao del Norte, providing free medicines and checkups to 754 residents, including seniors and children, as part of efforts to strengthen grassroots health
500 HIV Cases from Transactional Sex in Late 2025
The Department of Health recorded 486 new HIV cases in the last quarter of 2025 among individuals involved in transactional sex, with males comprising the majority of cases.
Ex-Health Chiefs Demand Total Vape Ban in Philippines
Seven former DOH secretaries support a total ban on vaping, calling it a 'poison' and urging President Marcos Jr. and Congress to act immediately.
Experts Urge Risk-Proportionate Nicotine Regulation to Save Lives
Public health experts call for tobacco policy reset, citing evidence that harm reduction alternatives could save over 100 million lives globally by 2060 through reduced smoking mortality.
Naga City and Unilab Foundation Launch Digital Health Initiative
Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo and Unilab Foundation Executive Director Atty. Jose Maria Ochave have signed an agreement to develop digital tools for improving primary healthcare. The collaboration aims to strengthen the city's health infrastructure and sup
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500 Transactional Sex Workers Get HIV in Late 2025
The Philippines Department of Health reveals 486 new HIV cases among individuals involved in transactional sex during October-December 2025, with males comprising the majority of infections.
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