Child rights advocates hail NYC reso vs. teenage pregnancy, HIV
Child rights groups praised the NYC’s resolutions supporting stronger youth access to reproductive health services and policy involvement, urging Senate action…
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35% believe people with HIV 'forever contagious' — study
A recent study reveals that 35% of people believe individuals with HIV are 'forever contagious,' highlighting persistent misconceptions and the urgent need for…
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Discaya unveils free HIV testing in Pasig
The charity foundation also provides free laboratory tests (ultrasound, ECG, and X-ray), medicines, eye check-ups and free glasses, haircuts, pedicures,…
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Stronger parental role vs teen pregnancies sought
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Lawmaker urges stronger LGU, parental role in addressing teenage pregnancies, HIV
Senator Win Gatchalian urges stronger involvement from parents and local government units to combat teenage pregnancies and rising HIV cases among Filipino…
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Community org pauses key innovations
LoveYourSelf Inc. pauses key innovations like PrEP and HIV self-testing kits due to US aid halt, but assures essential services and staff support remain…
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DOH: 47% of new HIV infections in 2024 came from youth
In 2024, 47% of new HIV infections in the Philippines came from youth aged 15 to 24, according to the Department of Health. This highlights the urgent need for…
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Poll: Teens want general info on sex
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Baguio records first mpox case
The Department of Health noted that mpox is primarily transmitted through direct contact with skin or mucosal lesions
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Shingles: A reawakening of chickenpox
Understanding shingles and taking preventive measures can make a significant difference
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Marcos pledges funding for Virology and Vaccine Institute
President Marcos pledges funding for the construction of the Virology and Vaccine Institute of the Philippines, ensuring support for future pandemic…
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DoH denies HIV-contaminated blood sugar test
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DOH debunks HIV-contaminated needle claims in tests
The DOH and PNP debunk false claims about HIV-contaminated needles used in blood sugar tests, urging the public to rely on verified information.
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‘Shame’ serving as HIV testing hurdle
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'Shame' a reason why many avoid HIV testing — health advocate
Health advocate Danvic Rosadiño highlights shame as a major barrier to HIV testing, urging the need for confidential and supportive testing environments to…
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UP offers free HIV testing, counseling
The Department of Health estimates that by the end of 2024, the number of Filipinos living with HIV will rise to 215,400.
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DoH presses safe sex to stop HIV spread
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