A significantly expanded maternal and child health program has led to a sharp reduction in child malnutrition rates in the Philippines, marking a major milestone in the country’s ongoing battle against hunger and undernutrition. San Miguel Foods Inc. (SMFI) reported a dramatic improvement in...
In the battle against cervical cancer, every footstep matters. This May, they are taken with a purpose. As part of the international observance of Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, pharmaceutical company MSD Philippines is hosting Run Against Cervical Cancer, a community-driven event that combines...
Diabetes is so common that we get to meet or at least know one person who is suffering from this chronic yet preventable disease. Diabetes is a medical condition wherein an individual’s immune system destroys the beta cells in the pancreas. The hormone insulin is produced by the beta cells. This...
For the first time in history, the Philippines is leading the World Health Organization’s top decision-making body, with Department of Health (DOH) Secretary Teodoro “Ted” Herbosa formally assuming the presidency of the 78th World Health Assembly (WHA) on Monday, May 19, in Geneva,...
Politics in the Philippines is a full-contact sport, and the recently concluded May 12 elections were no exception. Against the backdrop of the rapidly shifting political sands, voters cast their ballots for whom they thought could best lead the country to prosperity. As a result, more than a few...
Underscoring its commitment to international health cooperation and the advancement of equitable healthcare systems worldwide, the Philippines has taken center stage in global health diplomacy by assuming a key leadership role during the 78th World Health Assembly (WHA). In a statement, the...
The Insurance Commission (IC) reported that the health maintenance organization (HMO) industry’s total net income surged by 84.4 times—or by over half a billion pesos—in the first quarter of 2025 compared to the same period last year, driven by a sharp increase in membership fee income. The...
Watsons, a trusted household name for beauty and health essentials, continues to elevate its commitment to health and wellness with the launch of The Great Health Fest 2025. Held at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall on May 12, the six-day event runs until May 17 and features unbeatable deals,...
Linking Network for Cancer Services Inc. (LiNCS) has marked a groundbreaking milestone in Philippine healthcare with the inauguration of its state-of-the-art genomics facility, Pathfinder Lab. Located at Unit 7D, Strata 100 Building, Emerald Avenue, Ortigas Central Business District, Pasig City,...
The Healthcare Training Center (HCT) is setting a new standard in healthcare education by leveraging cutting-edge innovation and global collaborations to prepare the next generation of medical professionals. With a commitment to excellence, HCT is revolutionizing healthcare training through...
It’s that time of year again when Filipino internists (internal medicine specialists) and internists-in-training gather over several days to learn about the latest medical information and network for research and clinical practice. Last May 4 to 7, 2025, the Philippine College of Physicians (PCP)...
In the olden days, the journey to manhood involved a manunuli (circumciser). To start the process, the child would be asked to chew on some guava leaves for its antibacterial and wound-healing properties. A sharp knife is then used by the manunuli to slice the upper skin of the patient’s penis,...
