The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has released over P91.28 billion for public health emergency benefits and allowances (PHEBA) for healthcare workers. According to the DBM, these funds have been disbursed to the Department of Health (DOH) for the years 2021 (P12.1 billion), 2022...
Secretary Teodoro Herbosa revealed plans to establish Department of Health (DOH) hospitals in provinces that lack facilities and are far from regional hospitals. Health Undersecretary Eric Tayag, Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa, Former Health Secretary Enrique Ona Jr., DOH OIC Assistant Secretary...
In 2022, a family of four cat-parents developed an online platform, giving Filipino homes access to high-quality pet care, home care, and lifestyle products. Inspired by their love for their cats and driven by their passion for business, the family envisioned Mo & Bear PH to be your go-to...
Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) president Kalookan Bishop Pablo Virgilio David urged Filipinos to watch the historical biographical film “GomBurZa,” citing its importance in understanding Filipino identity and appreciating the sacrifices of national heroes. Photo credit...
(Ellson Quismorio/ MANILA BULLETIN) AnaKalusugan Party-list Rep. Ray Reyes has proposed that the revenue from additional taxes on junk food and sweetened beverages next year be used to increase the funding for the Universal Health Care (UHC) program. ...
The Department of Health (DOH), local government agencies, health institutions, private sector entities, and non-government organizations hosted this year's World AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome) Day, emphasizing the significant role of communities in propelling impactful change and...
Ayala Corporation subsidiary AC Health has formally opened the Healthway Cancer Care Hospital (HCCH), the first specialty hospital for cancer in the country, in Taguig as it aims to increase the total value of its healthcare businesses to $2 billion. In a press briefing, AC Health President and CEO...
President Marcos is optimistic that the opening of the first cancer care hospital in the Philippines will go "will go a long way" in improving the access to quality cancer care in the country. (RTVM Screenshot) Marcos expressed this as he led the inauguration of the Healthway Cancer Care Hospital...
President Marcos said he would continue to prioritize upholding the well-being of Filipinos despite healthcare not being "politically salable." President Ferdinand ‘Bongbong’ Marcos Jr. (RTVM screenshot) Marcos said this as he led the inauguration of Healthway Cancer Care Hospital (HCCH)...
President Marcos has approved the creation of the Universal Health Care Coordinating Council to oversee the implementation of the Universal Health Care (UHC) Act nationwide. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. (Photo from the Presidential Communications Office) This was announced by Department of Health...
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has lauded the five-year Philippine Plan of Action for Senior Citizens (PPASC 2023-2028) that will enhance and protect the rights and privileges of the country's elderly citizens. PPASC was launched by the National Commission of Senior Citizens (NCSC) last...
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is warning the public against two more firms that are not authorized to solicit investments as they do not have the necessary license. In separate advisories, the SEC named that two firms as Dermacare-Beyond Skin Care Solutions, Beyond Skincare...
