AC Health and its provider group the Healthway Medical Network have sealed a partnership between the Healthway Cancer Care Hospital (HCCH) and National Cancer Centre Singapore (NCCS) to leverage best practices of both institutions. In a statement, AC Health explained that at "tumor board meetings",...
Insurance policyholders will soon have access to free legal assistance when they need to file a claim or complaint related to insurance, pre-need plans, or health maintenance organization (HMO) services. The Insurance Commission (IC) and the Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP) signed a...
Department of Budget and Management Secretary Amenah F. Pangandaman has urged to fast-track the creation of a mapping system to track hospitals that have not received health emergency allowances. During a radio interview, Pangandaman called on the Department of Health (DOH) to address the issues...
BACOLOD CITY – The City Health Office (CHO) has reported three new cases of pertussis or whooping cough here, bringing the total positive cases to six. Dr. Maria Carmela Gensoli, city health officer, said the patients are all males, aged one-year-old, one-month-old, and two-months-old. The...
The Department of Health (DOH) on Thursday, April 11, expressed its concern over the "advertisement tactics" in the vape industry. Photo from Pixabay “Yung vape industry naman, kapag nakita niyo ‘yung mga advertisement, may cartoons pa eh– pang attraction talaga ng bata (The vape...
The Department of Health (DOH) said vaccination against Hepatitis B could decrease the cases of liver cancer in the country. Pixabay In a conference on Thursday, April 11, DOH Secretary Teodoro Herbosa said some individuals had acquired Hepatitis B, which eventually led to liver cancer. “With the...
The Department of Health (DOH) on Thursday, April 11, said it is working on various projects to address the concern of the World Health Organization (WHO) Western Pacific Region about the lack of access to essential health services in the region. MB FILE "Sa Philippines, ang most common lacking...
Photo from Unsplash Department of Health (DOH) Secretary Ted Herbosa on Wednesday, April 10 said the government is making every effort to obtain an adequate supply of pertussis vaccine to address the gap once available vaccine supply is exhausted by May. READ MORE:...
Exploring the world of running can be a habitual pursuit, a gateway to a healthier lifestyle, or simply a source of enjoyment. The benefits of running extend beyond physical fitness, encompassing mental well-being and a sense of accomplishment. Here's a list of running and marathon events in the...
By JACQUELYN LUCERO The heat is on, literally, as the scorching summer sun beats down relentlessly on the Philippines, temperatures soar to staggering heights, reaching up to 42 to 45 degrees Celsius in some areas. While Pinoys grumble and seek relief from the oppressive heat, it’s easy to...
Sclerotherapy offers a promising solution for those struggling with varicose and spider veins, providing cosmetic and symptomatic relief from pain, swelling, and fatigue associated with venous disorders. This procedure, which works by damaging the vein walls and leading to their collapse and...
Summer is fun but the scorching sun and heat is unbearable. To make matters worse, the many health problems that may even be fatal. As you and your loved ones plan your summer adventures, make sure you do not neglect your health. After all, it’s not fun to be sick while on vacation right?...
