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DOH, DepEd tap digital maps to boost HPV vaccination
Discover how DOH and DepEd are leveraging digital maps and geospatial tools to enhance HPV vaccination coverage for girls aged 9 to 14, aiming to prevent…
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Dengue cases down from 2025 levels — DOH
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Leptospirosis cases drop 55% in late September — DOH
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CoA questions P226-million worth of expired DOH medicine, supplies
The Commission on Audit (CoA) flags the Department of Health (DOH) for P226.16 million worth of expired medicine and supplies due to poor planning and…
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Respiratory cases rise 27% in CV
The Department of Health in Central Visayas recorded a 26.8% increase in outpatient respiratory consultations at four government hospitals from July to…
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DoH says plague risk remains low
The Department of Health said the risk of plague reaching the Philippines remains very low following the reported death of a Russian laboratory technician from…
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Dengue cases continue to decline — DOH
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DOH reports 46% drop in leptospirosis cases
The DOH reported a 46% decline in leptospirosis cases over two weeks, but total infections reached 13,158 as of 7 October, up 48% from 2025.
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DOH says risk of plague reaching Philippines remains very low
The Department of Health said the risk of plague reaching the Philippines remains very low following the reported death of a Russian laboratory technician from…
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School-based YAKAP pilot launches at Pisay
The Department of Health launches the YAKAP pilot program at Philippine Science High School, offering comprehensive health screenings and specialist referrals…
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Health groups seek P244-B PhilHealth budget for 2027
Healthcare groups urge Congress to allocate P244 billion for PhilHealth in 2027, warning that the proposed P74-billion subsidy for indirect contributors is…
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DOH targets 95% child vaccination rate
The Department of Health aims to vaccinate 95% of Filipino children to achieve herd immunity against preventable diseases. With only 66% vaccinated so far,…
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DOH Ilocos trains responders for mass casualty incidents
Enhance emergency response skills with DOH Ilocos' Mass Casualty Management Training, empowering responders across the region for coordinated disaster…
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Leptospirosis cases dip slightly, but 2026 total still up 46%
Leptospirosis cases in the Philippines dipped slightly in late August to early September 2026, but total infections remain 46% higher than in 2025. Learn how…
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DOH reports rise in dengue cases
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DoH raises Code White alert over Queenie
The Department of Health raised a Code White alert as severe tropical storm Queenie approaches typhoon strength, with emergency teams and hospitals on standby.
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