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New studies reveal shocking truths: no amount of alcohol is safe, with links to cancer, liver disease, and heart problems.…

The Bediding phenomenon hit the southern region of Java, bringing extreme cold temperatures that impact human health.  Bediding is a seasonal phenomenon that occurs at the beginning of the dry season. The term itself comes from the Javanese word “Bedhidhing’. The air temperature becomes very cold from night to morning, while the temperature soars to strong heat during the day. Due to the drastic temperature change, it triggers hypothermia and respiratory illnesses in some people.

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.

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) poses significant health risks for senior citizens, particularly those with weakened immune systems. According to Dr. Rontgene Solante, president of the Philippine College of Physicians, RSV can lead to severe respiratory infections, especially in older adults. During a media panel in Taguig City, he emphasised that one out of three elderly patients hospitalised due to RSV may die within a year after discharge. This alarming statistic underscores the need for increased awareness and preventive measures.

Farmers across the Philippines are being urged to wear protective gear, such as face masks and gloves, when handling goats and cattle to prevent the spread of Q fever.

A recent study conducted by researchers from Duke-NUS Medical School and the NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine (NUS Medicine) has highlighted the substantial financial burden posed by cognitive impairment in Singapore. The study, published in the journal Annals of the Academy of Medicine Singapore, estimates that individuals with cognitive impairment incur an additional yearly healthcare cost of approximately S$700 per person due to increased emergency department visits and subsequent hospital admissions.

Revolutionary Vaccine for UTI Offers Hope for Long-Term Relief from Recurrent Infections Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common yet…

Discover how the Department of Health in the Philippines has reached a significant milestone by administering measles vaccinations to over 646,000 children nationwide.

In a heartbreaking turn of events, a two-month-old baby boy has succumbed to pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, in Tanah Merah, Kelantan. 

Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez’s call for a comprehensive review of PhilHealth’s charter to extend patient benefits resonated strongly with the organisation’s vision. In response, PhilHealth affirmed its alignment with Speaker Martin’s directive, emphasising the urgent need to increase case packages across the board aggressively. Ledesma Jr. reiterated PhilHealth’s commitment to this cause, signalling a proactive approach to driving forward these enhancements in collaboration with key stakeholders.