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Deputy Majority Leader Erwin Tulfo has called on PhilHealth to expand its coverage to include the costs of treatment for leptospirosis and tetanus. This appeal has been made in light of the frequent natural disasters affecting the nation. 

Over 60 Affected by Gastroenteritis at ByteDance Office Food Poisoning Incident At least 60 people fell ill following a significant…

The Department of Health (DOH) has confirmed a partnership with the Department of Agriculture (DA) to tackle Q fever bacteria from imported goats. To protect public health, DOH is rolling out an assessment of risks to human health status. Q fever, attributed to the bacterium Coxiella burnetii, is a disease found in animals that can be transmitted to humans. This collaboration highlights the critical need for joint efforts in managing diseases that affect both humans and animals.

Recently, a viral video on social media showed an angry woman buying UHT milk at a minimarket. In the video,…

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Bali Belly: What You Need to Know Before Travelling “Bali Belly” is a colloquial term for traveller’s diarrhoea experienced by…

As the rainy season descends upon Davao City, the City Health Office (CHO) has issued a bulletin warning residents about the increased risk of leptospirosis. This bacterial disease, which affects both humans and animals, is primarily spread through the urine of infected animals. With the region experiencing frequent flooding, the potential for outbreaks has heightened, prompting the CHO to take proactive measures to safeguard public health.

Impact of Dishwasher Detergents on Gut Health A recent study has revealed that dishwasher detergents damage the gut barrier, leading…

The Citarum River is contaminated with paracetamol and amoxicillin, threatening public health and the environment.  Since the discovery of Paracetamol and Amoxicillin contamination, the government has been working to improve waste management and educate the public.

Gut health is increasingly recognised as a cornerstone of overall wellbeing, with new evidence highlighting the benefits of symbiotics.