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WEBApril 23, 2024, 7:13 pm. ILOILO CITY – The Department of Health Western Visayas Center for Health Development (DH WV CHD) kicked off the observance of the World …

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WHO: Current public health risk posed by bird flu low

WEBApril 28, 2024, 12:27 pm. Share. Share. (Anadolu) GENEVA – The World Health Organization (WHO) said Friday that the overall public health risk posed by the …

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DOH improves healthcare, brings services closer to people

WEBHealth Secretary Teodoro Herbosa (PNA file photo). MANILA – The Department of Health (DOH) continues to improve its mandate of bringing quality …

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House Speaker unveils ‘visionary’ healthcare agenda for all

WEBSpeaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez (File photo). MANILA – The House of Representatives will undertake a “transformative journey” to uplift health services and …

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DepEd, DOH to address various health issues in schools

WEBTogether, DepEd and DOH will work to identify the root causes of ILI outbreaks in schools and implement preventive measures to protect the health of …

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CSC highlights benefits of a mentally-healthy government workforce

WEBMANILA – As the country celebrates Mental Health Awareness Month, Civil Service Commission (CSC) Chairperson Karlo Nograles has reminded government …

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DOH: P50.56-B health emergency allowance released as of Nov. 3

WEBFile photo. MANILA – The Department of Health (DOH) on Wednesday said it has released a total of PHP50.56 billion health emergency allowance (HEA) to health …

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DBM: P91-B health emergency allowance released

WEBMANILA – A total of PHP91 billion has been released so far for the Public Health Emergency Benefits and Allowances (PHEBA) of all health workers since 2021, …

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DOH urges vaccination vs. measles, pertussis as cases rise

WEBMANILA – The Department of Health (DOH) is encouraging the public to take part in its immunization campaign against vaccine-preventable diseases as cases …

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DOH chief presents 8-point action agenda to CA

WEBHerbosa said the Action Agenda intends to capture the aspirations of every Filipino with the inspiration from the Universal Healthcare Act and aligned with the …

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PH Consulate: Asian hate crime no longer prevalent in NY

WEBAssaults in New York state formally classified as Asian hate crimes reached 31 in 2020 and rose to 140 in 2021, according to the 2023 US Commission on Civil …

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DOH opens 1st Super Health Center in Eastern Visayas

WEBThe DOH said there are 16 Super Health Centers launched in the region last year. The first to be completed is the one in San Roque town inaugurated on Feb. 7, …

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7M Filipinos have chronic kidney disease as of 2021

WEBMANILA – At least 7 million Filipinos are suffering from chronic kidney disease (CKD) as of 2021, with one Filipino every hour getting the disease. In a media forum on …

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Mandatory benefits for health workers OK'd

WEBThose deployed in "low risk areas" will receive at least PHP3,000, those in "minimum risk areas" will get at least PHP6,000, and those in "high risk areas" will be …

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No deal concerning Ayungin Shoal to be entertained – NSC exec

WEBMANILA – A ranking National Security Council (NSC) official said the Philippines will never agree to any agreement that would allow China's claim over …

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PNP suspends tattoo removal policy Philippine News Agency

WEBPNP information chief and spokesperson Col. Jean Fajardo (PNA photo by Robert Oswald P. Alfiler)MANILA – The Philippine National Police (PNP) has deferred …

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Avail of cancer care services, programs -- PBBM

WEBThe cancer care services include radiation oncology, surgery, chemotherapy and palliative care. Apart from the HCCH, Marcos said the country has 25 specialty …

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Duterte admin health care system ‘people-centered’: Duque

WEBMANILA – The reforms to the health care system under the administration of President Rodrigo Duterte are people-centered. Amid the challenges brought by the …

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Another Chinese ship spotted near 'Balikatan' area in Palawan

WEBPhilippine Marines in Balabac, Palawan for Exercise "Balikatan" on Friday (April 26, 2024) (Photo courtesy of AFP) MANILA – Another vessel of China's People's …

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Fencer Catantan books Olympic slot after ruling Asia-Oceania …

WEBSamantha Catantan breaks down after officially claiming a Paris Olympics berth via the Asia-Oceania Zonal Qualifier in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates on Saturday …

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DOH-12 concerned over rising number of folk with comorbidities

WEBGENERAL SANTOS CITY – The Department of Health (DOH) in Region 12 (Soccsksargen) has raised concern over the increasing number of individuals with …

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PCO campus caravan goes to University of Makati

WEBMANILA – As the government continues its crusade against fake news and disinformation, the Presidential Communications Office (PCO) is bringing its …

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DOH 8 calls for more prevention efforts amid rising suicide cases

WEBThe DOH Eastern Visayas regional hotlines for suicide-related calls are 09474238423 and 09665316464. The National Center for Mental Health helplines are …

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91 Cordillera RHUs qualify as primary health providers

WEBBAGUIO CITY – A total of 91 rural health units (RHU) and a private facility have qualified to become primary health facilities under the Universal Health Care …

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Davao City ranks 3rd in PH with most kidney diseases

WEBBad-ang said SPMC is holding an organ donation awareness campaign for the entire month. (PNA) DAVAO CITY -- Dabawenyos should look after their health and …

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‘Mental health crisis a rising epidemic in PH’ – experts

WEBIn the Philippines, mental illness is becoming a common disability and at least 3.6 million Filipinos suffer from mental, neurological and substance use disorder, …

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DOH addresses shortage of psychiatrists in Calabarzon

WEBCALAMBA CITY, Laguna – The shortage of psychiatrists in the Calabarzon (Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Rizal and Quezon) Region has prompted the Department of …

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