Health advocates stage a symbolic protest using Christmas lanterns outside the Department of Health office in Santa Cruz, Manila on Monday, December 15, 2025, calling for the resignation of Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa amid alleged anomalies at the agency. The group also pressed for transparency and accountability in the use of the ₱60-billion PhilHealth budget. Photo by Toto Lozano for DAILY TRIBUNE
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Health advocates stage lantern protest vs DOH chief, PhilHealth fund use

Author : Toto Lozano
Health advocates stage a symbolic protest using Christmas lanterns outside the Department of Health office in Santa Cruz, Manila on Monday, December 15, 2025, calling for the resignation of Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa amid alleged anomalies at the agency. The group also pressed for transparency and accountability in the use of the ₱60-billion PhilHealth budget.
Health advocates stage a symbolic protest using Christmas lanterns outside the Department of Health office in Santa Cruz, Manila on Monday, December 15, 2025, calling for the resignation of Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa amid alleged anomalies at the agency. The group also pressed for transparency and accountability in the use of the ₱60-billion PhilHealth budget.
Health advocates stage a symbolic protest using Christmas lanterns outside the Department of Health office in Santa Cruz, Manila on Monday, December 15, 2025, calling for the resignation of Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa amid alleged anomalies at the agency. The group also pressed for transparency and accountability in the use of the ₱60-billion PhilHealth budget.
Health advocates stage a symbolic protest using Christmas lanterns outside the Department of Health office in Santa Cruz, Manila on Monday, December 15, 2025, calling for the resignation of Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa amid alleged anomalies at the agency. The group also pressed for transparency and accountability in the use of the ₱60-billion PhilHealth budget.
Health advocates stage a symbolic protest using Christmas lanterns outside the Department of Health office in Santa Cruz, Manila on Monday, December 15, 2025, calling for the resignation of Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa amid alleged anomalies at the agency. The group also pressed for transparency and accountability in the use of the ₱60-billion PhilHealth budget.
Health advocates stage a symbolic protest using Christmas lanterns outside the Department of Health office in Santa Cruz, Manila on Monday, December 15, 2025, calling for the resignation of Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa amid alleged anomalies at the agency. The group also pressed for transparency and accountability in the use of the ₱60-billion PhilHealth budget.
Health advocates stage a symbolic protest using Christmas lanterns outside the Department of Health office in Santa Cruz, Manila on Monday, December 15, 2025, calling for the resignation of Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa amid alleged anomalies at the agency. The group also pressed for transparency and accountability in the use of the ₱60-billion PhilHealth budget.
Health advocates stage a symbolic protest using Christmas lanterns outside the Department of Health office in Santa Cruz, Manila on Monday, December 15, 2025, calling for the resignation of Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa amid alleged anomalies at the agency. The group also pressed for transparency and accountability in the use of the ₱60-billion PhilHealth budget.