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Obesity a largely overlooked global health problem

WebOBESITY and overweight are two health issues that seem to be thrust into the spotlight only during World Obesity Day in March. Yet the United Nations considers …

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Health is wealth The Manila Times

WebLast of two partsDevolution of health sector turned out to be a bane rather than a boonCore problem: The transfer of health delivery systems to the local government …

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Building bridges for medicine access and equity in Southeast Asia

WebIN Southeast Asia, the crucial link between medicine accessibility and public health equity is strained, adversely impacting health outcomes in countries such as …

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Senator seeks improved access to health care The Manila Times

WebSEN. Bong Go has sought improved health care access in far-flung provinces as he welcomed the launching of the country's 164th Malasakit Center in Surallah, South …

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Collaboration in the insurance world The Manila Times

WebTHE Philippine nonlife insurance industry since the early days has recognized the value of collaborating and sharing information to further its objectives and …

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Health News The Manila Times

WebBy Persida Acosta. SUBSCRIBE NOW LOGIN HERE. The Manila Times is one of the leading national broadsheets in the Philippines. It is also one of the oldest, having …

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HIV, AIDS cases rise in Baguio The Manila Times

WebJune 2, 2022. 180. BAGUIO CITY: The City Health Services Office (CHSO) here said that the increasing trend of cases of human immunodeficiency virus-acquired …

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Metro Pacific Health buys another hospital The Manila Times

WebThe 94-bed level 2 facility, which stands on about 6,000 square meters of land, is MPH's 10th hospital in Metro Manila. "Parañaque City is a key market between …

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Makati City extends free medical care for residents 24/7

WebMAKATI City Mayor Abby Binay has made available to its residents and current 'yellow card' holders free medical checkups and consultations, laboratory …

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Baguio City to get more PhilHealth fund The Manila Times

WebPalaez said PhilHealth will load more funds for the city's primary health care services in recognition of its performance. The mayor thanked PhilHealth for providing …

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DoH to continue support for 'Doctors to the Barrios'

WebRead this in The Manila Times digital edition. THE Department of Health (DoH) will continue to provide support to Doctors to the Barrios (DTTB) in bringing the …

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Pagibig members get low housing amortization The Manila Times

WebFILIPINO workers will have accessible and affordable housing opportunities under the Pambansang Pabahay Para sa Pilipino Housing (4PH) Program, the …

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P4-B green loan secured by PLDT The Manila Times

WebPLDT Inc. said Tuesday that it had secured a P4-billion green loan from Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co. (Metrobank), its first such loan from a local financial …

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DoH Calabarzon opens super health center The Manila Times

WebCALAMBA, Laguna: Department of Health (DoH) Calabarzon (Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Rizal, Quezon) regional director Eduardo Janairo in coordination with …

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The Medical City bags major titles at HCA Awards 2024

WebAN ANNUAL event that recognizes and celebrates excellence in the health care sector, the Health Care Asia (HCA) Awards 2024 named The Medical City …

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Mega medical center unveiled in Cavite City The Manila Times

WebMEGA HEALTH FACILITY The newly constructed Mega Medical Care Center in Cavite City, which will ensure the people of Cavite of free, accessible, quality …

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Singapore urges better stem cell bank supervision after scandal

WebSINGAPORE — Singapore has asked one of Asia's largest stem cell bank providers to tighten supervision of its processes after improper handling ruined …

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Negros provincial hospital offers additional services

WebBACOLOD CITY: The Teresita Lopez Jalandoni Provincial Hospital (TLJPH) in Silay City, Negros Occidental is now offering additional medical services, according to …

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'No ties between Perth boy, Sydney extremists' The Manila Times

WebMELBOURNE, Australia: A 16-year-old boy who was shot dead by police after stabbing a man in the western Australian city of Perth had been in a deradicalization …

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Herbosa: Pertussis cases flattened, jabs needed The Manila Times

WebApril 3, 2024. 280. (UPDATE) HEALTH Secretary Teodoro Herbosa on Tuesday assured the public that pertussis (whooping cough) is under control despite the declaration of the …

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DoH: Balancing pandemic response with other health needs

WebThe Covid-19 pandemic has placed a special focus on the Philippines' public health system, which showed its shortcomings and successes. For the Department of …

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DepEd to roll out mental health program in schools amid pandemic

WebSeptember 25, 2021. 950. THE Department of Education (DepEd) is set to pilot a mental health awareness and psychosocial support program in schools to address this …

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Elevating PH as global hub for health and wellness

WebDecember 6, 2023. 80. A premier event promoting the Philippines as a global health and wellness destination is set to return on January 26 to 28, 2024, at the SMX Convention …

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DoH, Popcom launch sex education platform The Manila Times

WebNovember 25, 2021. 190. Updated at 12:07 am Nov. 24, 2021. The Department of Health (DoH) and the Commission on Population and Development (PopCom) launched "I …

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