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-7 air quality concerns
Latest Daily Tribune news and analysis on DOH-7 air quality concerns.
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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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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DOH to meet private hospitals over MAIFIP refusals
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DOLE issues guidelines on poor air quality
Learn how DOLE’s new guidelines protect outdoor and indoor employees against hazardous air pollution, including mandatory PPE and work suspension protocols.
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DOH mourns death of senior official
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45 families face demolition for DOH hospital expansion
At least 45 indigent families in Tacloban City face displacement for the expansion of the Eastern Visayas Medical Center, prompting calls for relocation…
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PhilHealth, DOH roll out nationwide YAKAP services for ‘Handog ng Pangulo’ on Sept 14
PhilHealth and DOH are bringing primary healthcare services to schools and workplaces nationwide on 14 September 2026 for President Marcos’s Handog ng Pangulo…
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Go urges DOH to fill over 9,000 vacancies
Sen. Bong Go urged the DOH to fill more than 9,000 vacant positions and provide stable employment to retain Filipino health workers.
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