The Department of Health (DOH) released on Thursday, May 9, its latest data on measles and rubella cases, indicating a significant increase in these cases in the country in 2024 compared to 2023. (Photo credits to AP) Based on the department's data, from the start of the year to April 27, 2,264...
The Commission on Audit (COA) has reminded the administrators of hospitals owned by the provincial government of Camarines Norte to dispose of their medical wastes properly to safeguard people's health and the environment. The reminder, contained in COA's annual audit reports, was issued to...
Due to the proliferation of short message service (SMS) scams, the Department of Health (DOH) clarified on Monday, May 6, that the "22566345" is "not a scam" number but for the third non-communicable disease (NCD) mobile phone survey. Photo from Unsplash "This survey is NOT A SCAM and is completely...
Following the reported death of a six-month-old baby due to "heatstroke," the Department of Health (DOH) on Monday, May 6, reiterated its call for vigilance especially among parents and guardians. Photo from Zekinah Elize Espina DOH Assistant Secretary and Spokesperson Albert Domingo, during an...
LEGAZPI CITY, Albay – The Department of Health (DOH)-Bicol recorded 35 pertussis or whooping cough cases from January 1 to April 27. The agency reported on Monday, May 6, that 23 are clinical while 12 are laboratory confirmed cases. The DOH-Bicol said the two fatalities were from the...
In a move against the measles outbreak, the Department of Health (DOH) on Thursday, May 2, announced the successful vaccination of 1,177,299 children in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). Photo from Pixabay DOH Assistant Secretary and spokesperson Albert Domingo revealed...
The Department of Health (DOH) warned of the high likelihood of heat stroke as temperatures soar and reminded the public to remain alert and ensure to stay cool and well-hydrated. (Noel B. Pabalate / Manila Bulletin) DOH Assistant Secretary and spokesperson Albert Domingo explained the importance...
The Department of Health (DOH) on Wednesday, May 1, said that an "average" individual should consume eight to 10 glasses of water daily due to hot weather conditions. Photo from Pixabay "Sa average na tao, sa pangkaraniwang tao, meron tayong recommendations: typically, seven to eight glasses. Pero...
TACLOBAN CITY – The Department of Health-Eastern Visayas and the Tingog party-list turned over 25 ambulances to local government units and hospitals in the region on Tuesday, April 30. TWENTY-FIVE LGUs and hospitals in Eastern Visayas received brand-new ambulances. The procurement of the...
The Department of Health (DOH) on Tuesday, April 30, announced that it has collaborated with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) to launch new toolkits that aim to address environmental health, mental health, substance use, and workplace safety. The Department of Health (DOH) and the...
In response to potential health challenges posed by El Niño, the Department of Health (DOH) reminded all hospitals on Tuesday, April 30, to prepare for a surge in El Niño-related diseases and illnesses. Photo from DOH “Since last year, hospitals have been advised to anticipate and equip...
Department of Health (DOH) Secretary Teodoro “Ted” Herbosa on Tuesday, April 30, told senators that he had no knowledge of the alleged multi-level marketing (MLM) schemes happening in the medical industry. That is, until the issue was raised before the Senate, and senators have...
