Browsing: infectious diseases

The receipt of the P145.5 million grant signifies a significant milestone in the Philippines’ ongoing efforts to fortify COVID-19 vaccination and routine immunisation programs. Therefore, the collaboration endeavours to bridge immunisation gaps and achieve optimal vaccination coverage rates with a targeted approach. Additionally, it exhibits a commitment to gender responsiveness and collaborative partnerships. As the nation navigates the complexities of the pandemic, collective action and solidarity remain pivotal in ensuring a healthier, more resilient future for all Filipinos, safeguarding the health and well-being of current and future generations alike.

President Marcos has enacted a transformative healthcare law to improve Filipinos’ access to specialised medical services. The law, known as the Regional Specialty Centers Act (RA 11959), was signed on August 24 and mandates the Department of Health (DOH) to establish specialty centres nationwide.

Flurona is a term coined to describe the co-infection of the COVID-19 and influenza viruses. Should you be worried about it? Read more here.

Chickenpox is a highly contagious disease caused by the varicella-zoster virus (VZV). It presents as itchy rashes with fluid-filled blisters…

A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection in any part of the urinary tract:   Kidneys – Infection in…

Fungal infection of the nail is termed onychomycosis. Different fungal organisms may infect the nails with different presentations affecting any…

The COVID-19 pandemic is an ongoing global pandemic caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). As of 12th…

The COVID-19 pandemic is an ongoing global pandemic caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). In the past…

COVID-19 transmission mostly occurs through respiratory particles and it can be transmitted from asymptomatic patients as well. Among the several…

In psychology, post-traumatic growth (PTG) is a concept that describes positive psychological changes experienced as a result of struggles with…