A group identifying itself as “Concerned Department of Health Personnel” has filed a complaint before the Office of the Ombudsman against Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa and Health Undersecretary Randy Escolango, alleging that Escolango 's appointment to multiple key positions created a...
Cases of leptospirosis in the country increased by six percent in the first five months of 2026, with farmers accounting for most of those infected, the Department of Health (DOH) said. The DOH reported 2,177 leptospirosis cases nationwide from Jan. 4 to June 6, higher than the 2,046 cases recorded...
What comes to your mind when you hear the word fiber? Fruits and vegetables? Bowel movement? Did you know that the benefits of fiber go beyond just regulating your bowel movement and easing constipation? Dietary fiber or simply fiber can only be found in plant food sources. Therefore, you will...
When more than 25,000 runners took over EDSA during the historic Galaxy Manila Marathon, they were not simply participating in one of the country 's biggest races—they were part of a movement transforming how Filipinos experience fitness, community, and active living. For the first time,...
The Philippines’ more-than-three-decade-old devolution program remains incomplete, with local government units (LGUs) and national agencies continuing to share responsibilities for many basic services despite the 1991 Local Government Code (LGC), according to state-run policy think tank...
Makati City Mayor Nancy Binay expressed her gratitude to First Lady Louise Araneta-Marcos for spearheading the “Lab For All: Laboratoryo, Konsulta, at Gamot Para sa Lahat” program, following a series of medical missions conducted in the city. The initiative is a nationwide community-based...
In an industry where long shooting days, endless commitments, and demanding schedules have become the norm, making time for wellness has become more important than ever. This was the message shared by BlueWater Day Spa endorsers David Licauco, Fabio Ide, Ellen Frojd, Teejay Marquez, and newest...
Fans of Josh Ford can finally breathe a sigh of relief as the actor shared a positive update following his successful surgery. The former “Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Collab 1.0” housemate is now back to work after undergoing a medical procedure to repair his perforated eardrum and address his...
Back-to-school season often comes with its own set of “oops moments”—a forgotten lunchbox, a missed assignment, or a sudden realization that today’s baon might not sit well with your child’s tummy. Between early mornings, packed schedules, canteen meals, and shared snacks, kids are...
There is a moment in every leader’s week that nobody puts on a résumé: The meeting where you said something slightly dismissive, or the decision you made too quickly because sitting with uncertainty felt unbearable. We rarely talk about these moments because we have been taught that leadership...
Ayala Healthcare Holdings Inc. (AC Health), through its subsidiary AC Health Pharma, has forged a strategic partnership with Taisho Pharmaceuticals to bring Japanese healthcare products to the Philippines. Through this partnership, AC Health Pharma and Taisho Pharmaceuticals aim to combine global...
Health policy experts, development partners, and healthcare leaders underscored the need for sustainable financing, institutional resilience, and long-term policy commitment to secure the future of Universal Health Care (UHC) in the Philippines during a Health Forum held at the Healthway Cancer...
