Author: Selena Alzate

In a collaborative effort to bring essential services closer to the residents of Davao City, the Davao City Vice Mayor’s Office (VMO) spearheaded the Serbisyong Medical ug Legal All the Way caravan in Brgy. Indangan.

This initiative aimed to provide free medical and legal services to the community, addressing the diverse needs of its constituents.

In a momentous stride forward for cardiac healthcare, St. Luke’s Medical Center proudly celebrates the grand opening of its highly anticipated Center for Structural Heart and Vascular Interventions (CSHVI). This cutting-edge facility stands as a towering symbol of innovation, poised to redefine the very landscape of cardiovascular care. With its pioneering approach to minimally invasive treatment options, the CSHVI is set to revolutionise how patients grappling with complex heart and vascular diseases are cared for.

The government aims to significantly enhance healthcare accessibility and quality across the diverse landscapes of the Philippines. This will be done by establishing 179 new medical specialty centers by 2028, prioritising regions where medical services are currently underserved. This initiative signifies a bold commitment to addressing longstanding healthcare disparities. Therefore, this ensures that every Filipino can access specialised medical care regardless of geographic location.

The Philippines takes a monumental stride towards enhancing healthcare accessibility and treatment options for Filipinos grappling with irreversible lung diseases with the initiation of its inaugural Lung Transplant Program. This project is a collaborative effort between the Lung Center of the Philippines (LCP) and the National Kidney and Transplant Institute (NKTI). This pioneering initiative marks a significant milestone in the country’s medical landscape, promising hope and healing to countless needy individuals. A Commitment to Transformative Healthcare At the forefront of this transformative endeavour stands Senator Sonny Angara, chair of the Committee on Finance. His committee’s commitment secured a substantial PHP50…

In a recent social media post, Representative Mariano-Hernandez conveyed her optimism regarding this groundbreaking development. She emphasised the imperative to address the escalating healthcare needs of Laguna’s population, exceeding 3 million according to the latest census. Notably, Laguna is the sole province in the Calabarzon Region without a Department of Health (DOH)-managed general hospital.

The Albay Provincial Health Office (PHO) launched a deworming program for children and teens. They urged parents with children and teenagers aged one to 19 years old to participate. This was proactively done to safeguard the health and well-being of the younger population. Anthony Ludovice, the dedicated coordinator of the PHO Soil Transmitted Helminths (STH) Program, passionately emphasised the significance of deworming. He also proudly announced their ambitious goal to deworm a total of 473,000 individuals. This initiative marks the beginning of their intensified deworming program. It commences this January and aligns with the country’s observation of National Deworming Month.

In response to mounting concerns and potential health risks, the Department of Health (DOH) has issued a comprehensive advisory, vigorously cautioning the public about the dangers associated with unauthorised glutathione and stem cell infusions. 

This pivotal warning follows a tragic incident involving the untimely death of a 39-year-old woman from Quezon City who underwent these skin treatments. Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa emphasises the imperative of adhering to approved procedures and urges the public to choose accredited clinics to safeguard their well-being.

The Ministry of Health in the Bangsamoro region has unveiled a visionary plan to actively leverage the influential platforms of Masjids (mosques) and Madaris (Islamic schools) for health education initiatives. The initiative is designed not only to tackle immediate health concerns but also to establish a robust foundation for sustainable and resilient health practices in the region. This strategic approach actively recognizes and harnesses the pivotal role that religious sectors can play in productively disseminating health awareness programs within grassroots communities.

As the world shifts its focus from the immediate threat of the COVID-19 pandemic, another health concern, often silent but equally impactful, is gaining prominence. Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD), recognised as the “silent epidemic,” has emerged as a significant global health issue, affecting an estimated 38% of the world’s population.

The Taguig City government has taken a stance to provide essential healthcare services to the residents of enlisted men’s barrios or “embos”. The embos are the people who find themselves without access to healthcare facilities following the sudden closure of Makati’s health centers. The dispute between the two cities involved the backdrop of legal decisions, administrative back-and-forths, and a growing concern for the well-being of the affected residents.