The first week of August sends a reminder on the importance of breastfeeding with the observance of World Breastfeeding Week led by the World Health Organization (WHO), UNICEF, and national health agencies. “Closing the gap: Breastfeeding support for all” is the theme of the 2024...
Cervical cancer is a serious threat, ranking as the third most common cancer among women, following breast and colorectal cancers, according to the Department of Health (DOH). (Photo from DOH) Nonetheless, the department underscored that preventive measures such as the HPV vaccine and early...
The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) said on Thursday, May 9, that it has increased its Z benefit package for breast cancer patients to 1.4 million. (PhilHealth / Manila Bulletin) “Yes, this is really good news for our countrymen, especially those who are undergoing treatment,...
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has lauded the Quezon City local government for its free breast cancer screening program that benefitted 22,476 women in the city's six districts. It said it received reports that of those who availed themselves of the program, 146 tested positive for breast...
The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) has boosted its Z Benefit package for breast cancer to P1.4 million, marking a “1400 percent increase” from the previous package of P100,000, effective March 30, 2024. Photo from PhilHealth Based on PhilHealth Circular 2024-0007, the...
In the Philippines, breast and cervical cancers remain significant health concerns affecting women of all ages and socio-economic backgrounds. (Photo from Unsplash) Despite advancements in medical science and increased awareness campaigns, these cancers continue to pose a threat to the health...
Bagong Henerasyon Party-list Rep. Bernadette Herrera (PPAB) House Deputy Minority Leader and Bagong Henerasyon (BH) Party-list Rep. Bernadette Herrera commended the Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) for increasing the benefits package for breast...
ACT-CIS Party-list Rep. Erwin Tulfo (Facebook) Citing the prevalence of breast cancer in the country, House Deputy Majority Leader ACT-CIS Party-list Rep. Erwin Tulfo is aggresively pushing for the Philippine Health Insurance Corp (PhilHealth) to offer free...
House Speaker Martin Romualdez (Speaker's Office) Speaker Martin Romualdez has praised the Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) for moving to significantly increase the benefit package for breast cancer patients, the care of whom is one of...
Araneta City teams up with the Kapuso Foundation for breast cancer awareness Getting a breast cancer diagnosis is a frightening prospect. Data shows that of the 86,484 total cancer cases in the country every year, 27,163 are breast cancer cases. This disease has claimed 9,926 lives, making...
In celebration of Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October 2023, companies and various brands are hosting events to raise awareness, educate others about the disease, and provide support to breast cancer patients and survivors. From fun runs, dances, exhibits, these initiatives bring communities...
Breast cancer is recognized as the most prevalent form of cancer, both locally and globally. Photo from Pixabay In the Philippines, experts say that breast cancer is the leading type of cancer, necessitating greater awareness and preventive measures. In observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month...
