ILOILO CITY — The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and the Department of Health (DOH) have encouraged health researchers in Western Visayas to use artificial intelligence (AI). Speaking at the recent 6th Western Visayas Health Research Conference, DOST Secretary Renato Solidum Jr. said...
Former Cabinet secretaries have urged President Marcos to designate the Department of Health (DOH) as head of the Philippine delegation to the 11th Conference of the Parties (COP11) to the World Health Organization Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC) in Geneva, Switzerland this...
As Typhoon Uwan threatens to bring heavy rains over parts of Luzon, the Department of Health (DOH) Bicol has prepositioned nearly P8 million worth of medicines, medical equipment, and emergency supplies across the region to ensure immediate health response. “Bukod sa pagtama ng bagyong Uwan sa...
Following the declaration of a national state of calamity by President Marcos, the Department of Health (DOH) reminded the public and all pharmacies nationwide that a “price freeze” on essential medicines is now in effect. On Thursday, Nov. 6, President Marcos approved the recommendation of...
The Department of Health (DOH) has mobilized its emergency response teams and prepositioned essential medicines and supplies as part of its preparedness efforts for Typhoon Uwan. In an advisory on Friday, Nov. 7, the DOH said it has placed all health offices on alert and prepared key commodities...
Citing the extensive impact of Typhoon Tino, the Department of Health (DOH) raised a Code Blue Alert on Thursday, Nov. 6, across all its facilities and operations nationwide. “Bunsod ng lawak ng epekto ng Bagyong Tino, itinaas ni DOH Sec. Ted Herbosa ang CODE BLUE alert sa mga pasilidad at...
The Department of Health (DOH) reported an 11-percent decrease in dengue cases nationwide after recording 14,131 infections between Sept. 14 and 27, down from 15,794 cases in the preceding two weeks. “Mas mababa ito ng 11% kung ikukumpara sa 15,794 na kasong naitala noong August 31 hanggang...
The Department of Health (DOH) Metro Manila Center for Health Development gave due recognition to the Pasig City General Hospital (PCGH) during the 2025 Healthy Hospital Awards. According to PCGH OIC Dr. Alicia Santos, who received the award together with Planning Management Unit head Eirene Joy...
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) has launched its “Trangkaso Bye-Bye!” campaign to educate the public on proper ways to prevent influenza or flu. The agency’s campaign highlights simple yet effective ways to prevent the flu, emphasizing proper hygiene, adequate rest, and good nutrition as key...
San Juan City Mayor and Metro Manila Council (MMC) President Francis Zamora on Monday, Oct. 20, said there is no need yet for the implementation of mandatory wearing of face masks in Metro Manila despite a slight uptick in cases of flu-like illnesses in recent days. Zamora made the statement during...
Staying healthy during the flu season can be challenging as the wet weather creates a perfect environment for viruses to thrive and spread. This is the very reason why the wet season is also known as the flu season in the Philippines. Inside churches or public transport like jeepneys, one can...
