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Why are more under-50s getting colorectal cancer? ‘We don’t know’

Paris, France—The death of US actor James Van Der Beek was just the latest reminder that colorectal cancer has been surging among people under 50...

Gov. Baricuatro advances comprehensive healthcare

Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro is strengthening the province’s healthcare system to ensure accessible and compassionate services, especially in remote communities. She said no Cebuano should...

FDA rolls out campaign vs. fake drugs in Aurora

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has rolled out its drive against fake drugs in Aurora province following the death of an eight-year-old child...

Zamboanga bares city’s novel waste segregation

ZAMBOANGA CITY―As cities nationwide look for sustainable solutions to growing waste challenges, Zamboanga City is taking a lead role by implementing a comprehensive nine-bin...

PCSO Brings Medical and Dental Mission to Caloocan 

The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) conducted a medical and dental mission in Barangay 26, Zone 3, Caloocan City on January 21, 2026, extending...

AI helps doctors spot breast cancer in scans—world-first trial

Paris, France—Artificial intelligence helps doctors spot more cases of breast cancer when reading routine scans, a world-first trial found Friday. The results suggest countries should roll...

WHO chief nixes US reasons for withdrawing as untrue

GENEVA – The head of the UN’s health agency during the weekend pushed back against Washington’s stated reasons for withdrawing from the World Health...

US completes process of exiting from World Health Organization

The United States said Thursday it has completed the process of withdrawing from the World Health Organization (WHO), accusing the agency of mishandling the...

Japan turns to hearing loss detection in push to prevent dementia

With Japan's rapidly aging population putting mounting pressure on medical and nursing care systems, local governments are increasingly turning to an unexpected tool in...

New Japanese toilet scans stools

Famous for their innovative products, Japanese toilet makers have introduced new stool analysis technology to their products in a bid to attract health-conscious buyers. Toto...

Water Treatment

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Friday inaugurates the Aglipay Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) in Mandaluyong. He said the facility marks a major step toward...

Early intervention critical vs. chronic kidney disease—health experts

A lifestyle change can still turn around kidney damage, if detected early, a health expert on diabetes said on Wednesday. According to Dr. Reynaldo Rosales, treasurer...

WHO urges more taxes for sugary drinks, alcohol

Geneva, Switzerland—Sugary drinks and alcohol are getting relatively cheaper, the World Health Organization said Tuesday, urging countries to hike taxes to reduce consumption levels and...

No more junk food ads on daytime UK TV and online 

Britain on Monday began enforcing a ban on daytime television and online advertising for foods high in fat, salt, or sugar, a move the...
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