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Iloilo 1st District Representative Janette Garin has called on the Department of Health (DOH) to adopt a more aggressive approach to combating the disease. This is amid growing concerns over a potential surge in leptospirosis cases following recent floods. 

The Department of Health-Center for Health Development in Bicol (DOH-CHD-5) has issued a call for vigilance and action. This is due to a significant increase in dengue cases across the region. The agency reported a 40-percent rise in dengue infections compared to the same period last year. This prompted renewed efforts to combat the spread of the disease through the “4S” strategy.

The Ministry of Health (MOH) in Singapore has assessed the risk of the severe mpox clade I variant spreading to the country as low.

In Jakarta, hundreds of children have developed kidney failure. This emphasises the importance of earlier and effective medical intervention and increased public awareness of the dangers of unhealthy diets.

In response to the alarming rise in leptospirosis cases following recent flooding, Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa has urged local government units (LGUs) to create ordinances that prohibit children from playing in floodwater.

MaNaDr Clinic, located at City Gate along Beach Road, has been ordered to cease its outpatient telemedicine services effective Friday, 16 August 2024.This directive follows an investigation by Singapore’s Ministry of Health (MOH), which uncovered troubling practices, including extremely brief teleconsultations and the issuance of multiple medical certificates (MCs) within short periods.

Cleric and TV personality Ustaz Riza Muhammad recently shared a touching story about caring for his mother who suffered a severe stroke. Previously, the mother had experienced high blood pressure, which eventually led to the rupture of a blood vessel in the brain, triggering a serious stroke. The incident has been a significant test for Ustaz Riza’s family. However, with great love and tireless efforts, Ustaz Riza continues providing his mother the best care.

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signed two executive orders (EOs) on Tuesday, August 6. These orders led to the creation of the Presidential Office for Child Protection (POCP) and the reorganisation of the government’s Task Force on Zero Hunger. The newly established POCP is tasked with overseeing and aligning government initiatives aimed at safeguarding children and promoting their well-being. This office will play a crucial role in monitoring, harmonising, and recommending policies related to child protection. With a particular focus on combating online sexual abuse and exploitation of children (OSAEC), child sexual abuse and exploitation material (CSAEM), and child trafficking.

Government Regulation (PP) Number 28 of 2024, a reproductive health policy on contraception among students, has been approved by Indonesian President Widodo. 

Taal Volcano, located in Batangas, Philippines, continues to exhibit significant volcanic activity. During its latest explosive episode, it emitted a substantial amount of sulphur dioxide (SO₂). The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) reported that the volcano released approximately 3,300 metric tonnes of sulphur dioxide into the atmosphere. This recent activity has raised concerns among local authorities and residents, prompting the issuance of safety advisories.