Parañaque City 2nd district Rep. Brian Raymund Yamsuan is pushing for the passage of measure that would greatly benefit people with chronic kidney disease (CKD)--an ailment that reportedly affects nearly 13 million Filipinos. Filed by Yamsuan in the current 20th Congress, House Bill (HB) No. 6310...
TOKYO (Jiji Press) -- A drug to treat kidney diseases in cats has entered its final stage before being put into practical use in Japan. An application for approval of the drug 's manufacturing and sales was submitted to the agriculture ministry in April, fueling expectations that the remedy...
Irish actor Michael Patrick, known for his role as a Wildling in "Game of Thrones" Season 6, has passed away at the age of 35 after a three-year battle with Motor Neurone Disease (MND). He died on April 7, in a hospice in Northern Ireland, surrounded by his family and loved ones. His passing was...
Valentine’s Day has come and gone, and the weeks that follow are busy days for infectious disease doctors like me. Roses, chocolates, and hot dates give way to genital ulcers, penile discharges, and itchy perineums. The usual diagnoses? Gonorrhea, chlamydia, and syphilis. Throw in unwanted...
A few weeks ago, a patient was referred to me after she developed a sore throat and a rash. This sounded like a routine strep throat infection, or in medical terms, acute tonsillopharyngitis caused by Streptococcus pyogenes. This is a common illness and is straightforward to treat. A...
Hearing someone cough in public places such as churches, markets, or public transportation can now easily trigger anxiety, especially amid reports of so-called “super flu” cases in the country. From Jan. 1 to Dec. 27, 2025, the Department of Health (DOH) recorded 63 cases of “super flu”...
Last Nov. 17, 2025, I had the distinct honor of delivering the seventh Dr. Thelma Tupasi Memorial Lecture at the Makati Medical Center. Dr. Thelma Tupasi was one of the pillars of infectious diseases in the Philippines, and her contributions to the proper treatment of tuberculosis are acknowledged...
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) on Monday, October 27, announced that it has reinforced its fight against polio through a series of vaccination and health promotion activities across the country, in line with the global observance of World Polio Day 2025 on October 24. In partnership with local...
Chronic kidney disease often comes as a side effect when a child acquires diabetes or high blood pressure. These often come from children struggling with obesity. In June, the Department of Health shared its concerns over rising chronic kidney disease among the youth after President Ferdinand...
As the flu season continues in the country, an infectious disease expert has warned the public to stay vigilant against Influenza A, the strain most likely to cause severe pneumonia and hospitalization, particularly among vulnerable groups such as the elderly and those with chronic illnesses. Dr....
The Department of Health (DOH) on Saturday, August 23, raised concerns over the alarming rise in Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease (HFMD) cases in the country. Based on the latest data, the DOH reported that 37,368 infections have been recorded as of August 9 this year — more than seven times higher...
LEGAZPI CITY, Albay — The Department of Health (DOH)-Bicol has cautioned the public against Paragonimiasis, also known as lung fluke disease, and urged residents to avoid eating raw or undercooked crabs, crayfish, and shellfish. In a press conference Monday, DOH-Bicol medical officer Dr. Xavier...
