PhilHealth: Rollout of premium payments pre-validation starts Dec. 15

MANILA – The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) recently said several accredited collecting agents (ACAs) are ready…

Sperm donor with rare cancer-causing gene fathered nearly 200 kids

ISTANBUL – A sperm donor who carries a rare genetic mutation that increases cancer risks, has fathered…

WHO: Infertility affects 1 in 6 people worldwide

GENEVA – Infertility affects one in six people of reproductive age worldwide, the World Health Organization (WHO)…

Stroke cases seen to rise as Christmas season festivities intensify 

A health specialist has recently warned of a possible increase in stroke cases with the onset…

PhilHealth urges Pinoys to use antibiotics responsibly

The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) has urged Filipinos to practice responsible use of antibiotics. The…

Lung cancer still the most common among Filipino men

 By Ma. Teresa Montemayor MANILA – Lung cancer remains the most common cancer ailments among Filipino men,…

Bulacan shines at 2025 Gitnang Luzon Gawad Parangal sa Nutrisyon

CITY OF MALOLOS — The Provincial Government of Bulacan (PGB) once again proved its steadfast commitment to…

FDA joins global campaign for safer use of medicines

MANILA – The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Thursday said the country is joining over 130…

Health group to LGUs: Secure flu vaccines for seniors

By Ma. Teresa Montemayor MANILA – Senior health advocates have called on local government units (LGUs) to…

DOH warns against fixers, scammers targeting zero-balance billing beneficiaries

By Ma. Teresa Montemayor The Department of Health (DOH) has warned the public against scammers and…