Health & Wellness

The Philippine College of Physicians (PCP) has issued a strong reminder to the public that tuberculosis (TB) is a serious bacterial infection affecting the lungs and respiratory system, which requires proper medical intervention. This clarification came amid circulating misinformation suggesting that drinking milk can help combat TB. In coordination with the Philippine College of Chest Physicians Council on Tuberculosis, PCP …

In line with the observance of World Thyroid Day yesterday, May 25, the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) has encouraged its members to seek medical consultation if they notice any unusual bodily changes that may indicate thyroid issues. World Thyroid Day highlights the importance of raising awareness about thyroid diseases, which impact the body’s endocrine system and can lead to …

The Philippines has reaffirmed its strong commitment to sustainable progress in the fight against HIV, according to the Department of Health (DOH). In a statement released last week, the DOH said Secretary Teodoro Herbosa conveyed this assurance during a meeting with representatives of the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) at the 78th Session of the World Health Assembly …

The World Health Assembly has officially approved a historic agreement aimed at enhancing global readiness and response to future pandemics, concluding three years of intensive negotiations among member states. World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus welcomed the adoption of the agreement, calling it “a win for global solidarity” and a significant milestone in advancing public health, scientific …

Israeli researchers have found that people with higher blood sodium levels — even within the normal range — face greater risks of developing high blood pressure and heart failure, but staying well-hydrated may help lower those risks. The study, conducted by Bar-Ilan University and published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, analyzed 20 years of health records from over …

A team of researchers, including scientists from Kyoto University, has discovered that eliminating a specific immune-regulating protein in the brain significantly reduces levels of amyloid beta, the substance linked to Alzheimer’s disease, and enhances cognitive performance. Their findings, recently published in the journal Nature, focus on TIM-3, a protein found in microglia, the brain’s resident immune cells. The study showed …

By Tracy Cabrera With extreme heat and soaring heat indices persisting across the country, the Department of Health (DoH) has once again sounded the alarm, urging Filipinos to stay cautious and take preventive steps against heat-related illnesses expected to surge during the humid days ahead. Speaking at a Palace briefing, Health Secretary Dr. Teodoro “Ted” Herbosa stressed the importance of …

The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has greenlit the recruitment of 1,224 additional healthcare workers (HCWs) for the Philippine General Hospital (PGH) over the next three years to help expand its capacity in delivering public medical services. This initiative follows the approval of a funding request made by the University of the Philippines-Manila, which operates PGH, the country’s foremost …

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. paid tribute to the Philippine Foundation for Vaccination (PFV) for its steadfast commitment to promoting immunization and safeguarding the nation’s health, describing the group as a model of genuine service and integrity in public health. In a speech delivered by PFV adviser and former Health Undersecretary Dr. Enrique A. Tayag during the organization’s 25th anniversary …

The Department of Health (DOH) has reported a significant spike in dengue infections this year, recording 95,262 cases from January 1 to April 21, marking a 75% increase compared to 54,556 cases during the same period in 2023. Despite the rise, health authorities noted a positive development with a decline in new cases between March 16 and 29, during which …