Cebu City P50M Free Health, Mental Wellness Plan
Cebu City Council passes ordinances for free annual medical exams and 24/7 mental health support. Mayor Archival's approval pending to implement the P50 million initiative for vulnerable residents.
Category : Public Services
257K Davao Households Get P2.5B in 4Ps Aid in 2025
DSWD-Davao reports 257,059 households received conditional cash grants, exceeding targets. The program strengthens family welfare and supports the Bagong Pilipinas agenda. Read more.
DSWD 7 Aims to Enroll 24,647 in Walang Gutom Program
DSWD Field Office 7 validates households for the Walang Gutom food aid program in Central Visayas. Learn how families get P3,000 monthly and nutrition education.
Mandaue City Relocates Flood Victims to Modular Homes
Mandaue City relocates families displaced by Typhoon Tino to new modular homes in Barangay Guizo. The project, part of a national directive, provides complete housing and community facilities. Read about this new beginning.
Angeles Firefighter's Christmas Sacrifice for Community Safety
FO3 James Vergara, an Angeles City firefighter, shares his story of sacrifice during Christmas. He reminds families about fire safety while risking his life to save others.
PSA Davao de Oro Hits 37 National ID Caravans in 2025
PSA Davao de Oro's NID Team joined 37 service caravans as of Oct 2025, bringing national ID registration & info to remote communities. Learn how this simplifies public transactions.
Balamban Hospital Gets New Equipment, Facilities Inspected
Dr. Nikki Catalan inspects Balamban and Tuburan hospitals for infrastructure upgrades. A new anesthesia machine donated by Syntech Properties and WOH Hup Trust is turned over to boost major surgeries. Read about the latest healthcare developments.
Cebu Hospitals Hit by Ambulance Driver Shortage
Emergency services in 16 Cebu hospitals are delayed due to a critical shortage of ambulance drivers. The provincial government is now allocating funds to hire more personnel and strengthen response capabilities.
Cebu Gov Announces Cash Incentives for 9,000+ BHWs
Governor Pamela Baricuatro announced cash rewards and new uniforms for thousands of Cebu's Barangay Health Workers during the 2025 BHW Summit. Read about the support for these frontline heroes.
Cebu's Hospital Upgrades Stalled by Ambulance Driver Shortage
Cebu's rural emergency response is in crisis despite P1.3B in hospital upgrades. A critical shortage of ambulance drivers leaves patients waiting, breaking the "Golden Hour." Discover the plan to fix it.
Cebu BHWs Receive P7,000 Cash, Noche Buena Packs
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.
DSWD-Davao Pag-Abot Program Reaches 124 Beneficiaries
DSWD-Davao intensifies its Pag-Abot Program for street families this Christmas. 124 beneficiaries have received aid, with financial support up to P10,000. Learn how the program works and how you can help.
Davao Oriental Builds "Bai ni Ompo" Home for Abandoned Elderly
Davao Oriental starts construction of "Bai ni Ompo," a 240-bed Mandaya-inspired care home for abandoned seniors in Mati City. The facility, set to open in 2026, aims to provide dignity and family reunification. Learn more about this vital project.
Pampanga Opens Provincial Dialysis Center II in Apalit
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.
Housing Project Breaks Ground for Ex-MILF Combatants
A groundbreaking ceremony in Datu Hoffer marks the start of a 100-unit housing project for former MILF fighters, a key step in the Bangsamoro normalization process. Learn more about this development initiative.
No Fare Hike for Jeepneys After Oil Price Drop
The LTFRB announces no fare increase for traditional and modern jeepneys following a significant diesel price rollback. Officials cite economic recovery and inflation concerns. Read the full story.
MCWD: Water service stable despite board vacancies, probe
Metro Cebu Water District assures uninterrupted water supply despite Ombudsman investigation and board vacancies. Officials have filed affidavits, addressing anonymous complaints.
BARMM releases P42M pension to 7,000 Lamitan seniors
The Bangsamoro government disbursed P42 million in social pensions to 7,000 senior citizens in Lamitan City, Basilan. Each beneficiary received P6,000 for the 3rd and 4th quarters of 2025. Read more about this vital support for the elderly.
DFA Opens Apostille Hub in Balanga City, Bataan
The DFA launched a new Apostille Hub in Balanga City, Bataan, on December 1, offering faster and more convenient document authentication for overseas Filipinos. Learn how this benefits residents.
DSWD-Davao Suspends Guarantee Letters for Aid Programs
DSWD Field Office-Davao temporarily halts guarantee letter issuance for AICS and AKAP starting Nov 30, 2025. Other aid forms continue. Learn more.
New Home for the Aged to Rise in Monkayo, Davao de Oro
Governor Raul Mabanglo leads site inspection for a new senior care facility in Barangay Pasian, Monkayo. The project aims to provide dignified care for Davao de Oro's elderly. Read more.
PRO-NIR Director Ibay Leads Relief Effort in La Castellana
Brig. Gen. Arnold Thomas Ibay personally delivered rice and supplies to evacuees in Negros Occidental, showcasing the police force's commitment to community support beyond law enforcement.
Cebu City Medical Center buys P38M new machines
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 Donates 10 Patient Transport Vehicles to LGUs
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.
Bacolod Council Urges Leptospirosis Prevention Measures
Bacolod City Council approves resolution for immediate leptospirosis prevention following typhoon flooding. Health Office urged to launch citywide campaign and disinfection.
Marcos to Launch Flood Control Program in Bacolod
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will visit Bacolod City on December 5 to launch Oplan Kontra Baha, addressing severe flooding that displaced 15,875 individuals. Learn about the government's response.
Vapewashing: Big Tobacco's New Threat to Filipino Youth
Former smoker exposes how tobacco companies rebrand addiction as lifestyle choice through vaping. Learn the truth behind RA 11900 and protect Filipino youth from vapewashing deception.
82 Patient Transport Vehicles Boost Negros Healthcare
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.
Free RoRo Rides End as San Juanico Bridge Recovers
Eastern Visayas concludes its 6-month Libreng Sakay program with 613 free trips. Transport conditions improve as San Juanico Bridge restrictions ease. Read the full update.
Cebu City Garbage Crisis Due to Bridge Damage
Cebu City faces waste disposal crisis as damaged Bacayan Bridge limits garbage trucks to one daily trip. Councilor Garganera urges immediate solutions and waste reduction.
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