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PH’s heat index reaches danger levels

THE Philippines, whacked by high humidity in the last week of April, has reached dangerous levels in its heat index, from 42°C to 51°C+...

Ligtas Tigdas

Parents and children line up for free vaccination during the launch of the ‘Ligtas Tigdas’ campaign in San Juan City, led by Mayor Francis...

Health advocates launch campaign to address alcohol’s harm on Filipino families

Health advocates on Friday launched the "Sinasaktan ng Alak ang Pamilya" campaign, urging Filipinos to understand how alcohol harms their families and calling on...

Manila launches citywide free circumcision program

The city government of Manila, through the Manila Health Department, is running a free circumcision program for young males through public hospitals and health...

Over 100 Obando evacuees report sickness amid landfill fire

The Municipal Health Office of Obando, Bulacan, on Tuesday said it recorded various health issues among 107 evacuees temporarily staying at Obando National High...

DENR warns vs. unhealthy air in NCR, Central Luzon parts from Navotas fire

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) on Monday advised the public that unhealthy air from the Navotas Sanitary Landfill is still affecting...

Access to treatment seen as main challenge to autism response — DOH

For people living with autism, access to treatment is regarded as a primary challenge to the government's local response, according to the Department of...

Lies fully debunked, truth prevails

“Fake news is not free speech when it is used to deceive and destabilize. Those responsible must be held accountable” The false claims regarding the...

Autism advocates seek passage of bill for proper care, inclusion

Autism advocates on Friday urged the House of Representatives to pass a bill that would provide people with this condition with needed care and...

Artemis astronauts to shed light on space health risks

Washington, United States — While the Artemis II astronauts have been protected from the icy vacuum of space on their journey, their bodies have...

Measles, rubella cases rise 45% in first quarter

Measles-Rubella cases in the first quarter of 2026 increased by 45% compared to the same period last year, the Department of Health (DOH) reported. From...

Standing with Women Warriors

Advancing access and early action in women’s cancer care Women’s cancers—such as breast, cervical, and endometrial cancer—remain a major health challenge in the Philippines. Beyond...

QC gov’t doubles down on anti-rabies campaign

THE Quezon City government is stepping up its campaign to eliminate rabies, aligning with the global goal of zero human rabies deaths by 2030. “Rabies...

DOH raises ‘Code White’ alert for Holy Week

In anticipation of Holy Week, the Department of Health (DOH) announced it will raise its Code White alert from March 30 to April 6. The...
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