Who takes care of the people who take care of others? At the Pasig City General Hospital (PCGH), a Healthy Workplace Program was launched to strengthen and support the health, safety, and well-being of healthcare workers who often prioritize patient care, sometimes at the expense of their own...
In time for the observance of the 84th Araw ng Kagitingan (Day of Valor) on Thursday, April 9, the Philippine Veterans Affairs Office (PVAO) called on Filipino veterans and their families to take advantage of a government-backed healthcare initiative that offers free consultations, medicines, and...
President Marcos said the Philippines has achieved a “zero doctorless municipalities” milestone, marking a major step in improving access to healthcare nationwide. “Through the sustained implementation of this program, we have reached a historic milestone of Zero Doctorless Municipalities...
Another next-generation Zobel has been named an executive of real estate giant Ayala Land Inc. (ALI). Jaime Zobel Urquijo, 37, son of Bea Zobel Jr., will be joining sister Paloma and cousin Mariana Zobel de Ayala in the company after being seconded to ALI by parent company Ayala Corp. Ayala...
Aiming to improve learner health and expand access to basic healthcare services, particularly in underserved and remote communities, the Department of Education (DepEd), in partnership with the Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth), has expanded the government’s Yaman ng Kalusugan...
Manila Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso announced the city government 's successful purchase of the land for the soon-to-be-built brand new Ospital ng Tondo on Tuesday, Feb. 24, as part of its ongoing efforts in ensuring the Minimum Basic Needs (MBN) of Manileños. Domagoso had earlier...
The Manila City Government has allocated more than P16 million for 13 child patients who will undergo life-saving operations here and abroad, Manila City Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno" Domagoso announced on Friday, Feb. 20. According to Domagoso, the beneficiaries include eight children scheduled...
The Philippines’ worsening shortage of healthcare workers is rooted not only in migration but also in a failing education and training pipeline, with an estimated 290,000 additional professionals needed nationwide, according to the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM II). In its...
The Manila City Government has approved the distribution of P11 million in financial assistance to patients under its KAAGAPAY Program, extending support to residents facing serious medical conditions. Manila City Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso made the statement on Friday, Feb. 13,...
President Marcos was convinced that the allocation for healthcare in the 2026 national budget is beginning to be felt. "Ito na nakikita na natin ang naging… Lumalabas na yung ating mga nilagay para sa healthcare sector para sa ating mga kababayan (We are now seeing that the allocation for...
Manila Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso expressed his gratitude to President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. for his steadfast support for the city, particularly its health-centered programs, as he underscored the importance of cooperation between the local and national governments in...
A total of 300 Quezon City employees are now covered by the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation’s Yaman ng Kalusugan Program (YAKAP) with full healthcare benefits, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) said Tuesday, Feb. 3. The initiative was carried out in partnership with DOLE –...
