Category : Global Health


Negros Occidental Launches BF1KD Phase 3 Project

The Provincial Government of Negros Occidental has launched the Barangay First 1,000 Days Phase 3 Project, targeting over 32,000 beneficiaries across five municipalities to combat malnutrition and enhance food security through collaborative efforts.

Leptospirosis Cases Jump 600% in Bacolod City

Bacolod City reports a 600% increase in leptospirosis cases from January to February 2026, with seven cases and one fatality. Health officials link the rise to flood exposure and poor sanitation, urging residents to seek prophylaxis and improve waste mana

First Human H5N1 Case in Cambodia This Year Confirmed

A 30-year-old man from Kampot province tested positive for H5N1 avian influenza, marking Cambodia's first human case in 2026. He has recovered after treatment, with health officials investigating the source and distributing Tamiflu to contacts.

FDA Probes Fake Rabies Vaccine After Child's Death

The Food and Drug Administration is urgently investigating counterfeit anti-rabies vaccines following the death of an eight-year-old in Aurora. Multiple violations were found in drugstores near Aurora Memorial Hospital.

SPMC Davao's Dual Medical Milestones in Mindanao

Southern Philippines Medical Center in Davao City marks two historic firsts: Mindanao's inaugural Deep Brain Stimulation surgery for XDP and pioneering Stereotactic Radiosurgery using advanced technology.

Measles-Rubella Vaccination Drive Returns Amid Misinformation

The Measles-Rubella Supplemental Immunization Activity (MRSIA) resumes in the Philippines, targeting children aged six months to under five years. Health officials urge parents to trust proven vaccines and combat fake news spreading fear on social media p

Iloilo City: Zero Human Rabies Deaths Since 2024

Iloilo City reports no human rabies fatalities in 2024 and 2025, marking a significant public health achievement. The City Health Office attributes this success to vaccination efforts and responsible pet ownership.

DOH-Davao Launches Measles-Rubella Drive, 1.9M Kids Vaccinated

The Department of Health-Davao Region officially launched the Measles-Rubella Supplemental Immunization Activity in Davao City, with nearly 1.9 million children in Mindanao already protected against the diseases as the campaign continues across the region

Philippines Enhances Border Watch for Nipah Virus

Health authorities in the Philippines are strengthening border surveillance and public awareness on the lethal Nipah virus, deploying thermal scanners and nurses at ports and airports to screen passengers.

PH Intensifies Nipah Virus Border Surveillance

Philippine health authorities deploy thermal scanners and quarantine nurses at all ports to monitor for Nipah virus, a deadly pathogen with 75% mortality rate, though no cases are confirmed in the country.

Davao Dengue Cases Drop 53.54% in 2025

Davao City's dengue cases decreased by 53.54% in 2025, with fatalities also declining. The City Health Office attributes this to barangay task forces and urges environmental strategies over chemical interventions.

Davao City: No Chikungunya Cases in January 2026

Davao City Health Office confirms no chikungunya cases recorded in January 2026, attributing success to improved monitoring, barangay visits, and increased government funding for mosquito-borne disease control programs.

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