Health and Lifestyle
Pre-exposure prophylaxis could prevent HIV infection by 99%
December 1, 2023, 6:45 pm
MANILA – Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) or the use of antiretroviral (arv) drugs by people who do not have human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection decreases the acquisition of the disease by 99 percent if done correctly. In his speech at the World AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)… Read More
DOH: Measures in place vs. possible hike in respiratory illnesses
November 29, 2023, 4:48 pm
MANILA – The Department of Health (DOH) on Wednesday said measures are in place against possible increase of respiratory illness cases nationwide. The agency made the statement following reports on the uptick of respiratory illnesses in northern China. The DOH reiterated that there is no need… Read More
Palawan health execs plan decisive push to rid of malaria
November 29, 2023, 1:04 pm
PUERTO PRINCESA, Palawan — Members of the province’s health sector have come together to plot a roadmap for the total eradication of malaria, a recalcitrant disease that still haunts isolated communities here. Malaria has been eradicated in all parts of the Philippines except for Palawan,… Read More
PhilHealth hikes benefits for stroke patients
November 28, 2023, 4:43 pm
MANILA — State insurer Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) has increased the benefits for people suffering from stroke. In a public advisory, the PhilHealth said stroke patients spend a high cost for treatment expenses and recovery. The state insurer increased the benefit… Read More
Puerto Princesa molecular lab cited for best practices during pandemic
November 17, 2023, 8:32 pm
PUERTO PRINCESA, Palawan — This city's molecular diagnostic laboratory received accolades from the Department of Health (DOH) for its outstanding performance in service delivery. City Information Officer Richard Ligad said on Friday that the laboratory earned the distinction as one of the best… Read More
Healthy lifestyle as part of intervention for diabetic patients
November 16, 2023, 8:29 pm
MALASIQUI, Pangasinan – The Department of Health-Center for Health Development in the Ilocos Region (DOH-CHD-1) regularly conducts free mobile diabetic screening tests and promotes healthy lifestyle as part of the interventions to curb the rising diabetes cases in the region. In a phone… Read More
DOH verifying alleged leaked Covid-19 vax data
November 14, 2023, 4:44 pm
MANILA – The Department of Health (DOH) on Tuesday said it is verifying the alleged leak of the country’s Covid-19 vaccination data stored in the World Health Organization (WHO). In a statement, the DOH confirmed that it had received reports that such data was compromised and leaked. “The… Read More
DOH kicks off immunization drive vs. cervical cancer in Pampanga
November 10, 2023, 7:58 pm
CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga – The Department of Health - Central Luzon (DOH-3) on Friday launched a vaccination and information campaign against human papillomavirus (HPV) infection among girls aged 9 to 13 for a cervical cancer-free future. The kickoff activity of the "Pampanga SHIELD… Read More
DOH: P50.56-B health emergency allowance released as of Nov. 3
November 8, 2023, 9:45 pm
MANILA – The Department of Health (DOH) on Wednesday said it has released a total of PHP50.56 billion health emergency allowance (HEA) to health care workers (HCWs) as of Nov. 3, 2023. In a statement, the DOH noted that the amount include a PHP4-billion increase due to the recent allotment from… Read More
Joint panel proposed to assess PH health care system
November 8, 2023, 7:53 pm
MANILA – A lawmaker on Wednesday proposed the creation of a joint committee from the Senate and the House of Representatives to find a targeted solution to the country's ailing health care system. In filing House Resolution 1436, Marikina Rep. Stella Quimbo said a joint congressional committee… Read More
Guard against Covid-19 despite drop in cases – health expert
November 8, 2023, 4:50 pm
MANILA – Senior citizens, the immunocompromised and people with comorbidities are advised to continue protecting themselves against the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) despite a reported decrease in cases nationwide. Philippine College of Physicians president and infectious disease expert… Read More
Coin bank program helps eliminate neonatal deaths in Abra town
November 6, 2023, 7:59 pm
BAGUIO CITY – The coin bank program of the municipality of Peñarrubia in Abra province, which encourages those who are pregnant to save money for emergencies, is contributing to the town’s zero neonatal death rate since 2012. Liza Buenafe, who delivered her third child in August 2016, told… Read More
Newborn screening to boost healthcare services in Piddig hospital
November 6, 2023, 6:12 pm
LAOAG CITY - More newborn in remote areas of Ilocos Norte no longer need to be traveled far to avail of sophisticated newborn screening test as this will soon be available at the newly-upgraded Piddig District Hospital. Dr. Medeldorf Gaoat, chair of the committee on health of the Sangguniang… Read More
PhilHealth members urged to use online services on Nov. 1-2
October 31, 2023, 3:12 pm
MANILA – The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) on Tuesday urged members to use its online services on Nov. 1 to 2 as it close its offices in observance of All Saints' and All Souls' Days. In an advisory, PhilHealth said members can do transactions during the holidays through… Read More
DOH: Don't bring small children to cemeteries
October 30, 2023, 2:49 pm
MANILA – The Department of Health (DOH) on Monday urged the public not to bring small children to cemeteries to keep them from getting injuries and catching diseases from overcrowding. "I am advising parents and caregivers not to bring small children to cemeteries as overcrowding and intense… Read More
DOH: Covid-19 cases plateauing
October 26, 2023, 3:08 pm
MANILA – The Department of Health on Thursday said the number of new coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) cases nationwide is plateauing in the past four weeks. “As of Oct. 23, 2023, Covid-19 cases at the national level are plateauing and have not observed marked increases or decreases in… Read More
DOH chief orders creation of committee to probe PhilHealth cyberattack
October 24, 2023, 5:40 pm
MANILA – Department of Health (DOH) Secretary Teodoro Herbosa has ordered the creation of a committee that would investigate the recent cyberattack on the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) website last September. “Nagpa-create din ako ng investigating committee to… Read More
No increase in Covid-19 cases in PH – DOH chief
October 24, 2023, 2:25 pm
MANILA – The Department of Health (DOH) on Tuesday said the country has not recorded an increase in cases of coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19). This, after Singapore recorded 2,000 daily cases of Covid-19 in the past two weeks due to EG.5 and HK.3 subvariants which are considered descendants… Read More
PH logs 45% increase in flu-like illnesses from Jan. 1 to Oct. 13
October 18, 2023, 6:52 pm
MANILA – The country has recorded a total of 151,375 cases of influenza-like Illness (ILI) from Jan. 1 to Oct. 13, the Department of Health (DOH) said Wednesday. In a message to reporters, the DOH said the tally translates to 45 percent increase compared to 104,613 ILI cases during the same… Read More
DOH starts nationwide caravan in Bicol to step up mental health drive
October 12, 2023, 4:55 pm
SORSOGON CITY – The Department of Health (DOH) is strengthening its programs to help people with mental health problems through the provision of various interventions such as establishing access sites for its services and giving free medicines. The agency on Wednesday launched its "Biyaheng… Read More
