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An environmental group has thrown its support behind the Department of Health (DOH) for issuing a public advisory cautioning against the use of mercury in traditional healing practices believed to counteract witchcraft. In a statement, the EcoWaste Coalition said the advisory came after their appeal for immediate action from the DOH, as misleading claims circulate on e-commerce platforms and social …

The Department of Health (DOH) has joined forces with the country’s first Anti-Vape and Anti-Tobacco Student Council, underscoring a stronger push to protect young Filipinos from the harmful effects of smoking and vaping. In a news release last week, the DOH said the council is composed of young advocates from Eusebio High School in Pasig City, where it held a …

The Research Institute for Tropical Medicine (RITM) was recognized with the Silver Trailblazer Award during the 2025 Public Governance Forum of the Institute for Solidarity in Asia (ISA), held on June 24, 2025, at Novotel Manila Araneta City, Quezon City.  The award was conferred following the successful conduct of its Performance Governance System (PGS) Initiation Stage Revalida. “To stay true …

The National Nutrition Council in Bicol (NNC-5) has called on newly elected local chief executives in the region to put health and nutrition at the forefront of their governance agendas. Director Emerenciana Francia, NNC-5 Officer-in-Charge, said local leaders play a vital role in strengthening programs that tackle malnutrition. “As local chief executives, you will chair our local nutrition committees, whether …

The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) has disbursed nearly P27 billion for more than two million hemodialysis claims in the first six months of 2025—an amount already close to the P28 billion it paid out for the entire year of 2024. PhilHealth Health Policy Sector Senior Vice President Israel Francis Pargas said the sharp increase is a sign of growing …

The local government unit of Bataan, through the initiatives of Bataan Gov. Joet Garcia, Rep. Abet Garcia and PCEDO Bataan asst. department head Raymund Macomis, have officially expressed its full support for the ongoing activities of Xpress, the country’s rapidly expanding ride-hailing service, as it gears up for the launch of its 4-wheel Transport Network Vehicle Service (TNVS) electric vehicle …

Evro, the pioneering and largest e-mobility service provider in the country, has introduced the station finder feature in its app that aims to make electric vehicle charging easier and more accessible across the Philippines. The new feature offers a seamless map view of over 240 Department of Energy- registered public charging stations nationwide and helps users address range anxiety and …

GAC Motor Philippines, led by Astara Philippines, continues its nationwide expansion with the back-to-back inauguration of two new dealerships in Cebu and Valenzuela, reinforcing the brand’s commitment to bringing world-class mobility solutions closer to more Filipinos. GAC Cebu officially opened its doors last June 19 along A.S. Fortuna Street, Bakilid, Mandaue City. The 1,410-sqm facility features a modern showroom that …

Study to test aerial logistics in Metro Manila’s urban corridors Southeast Asia’s leading superapp Grab, the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), the Department of Transportation (DOTr), and property developer Megaworld Corporation recently launched a pilot study on drone-powered commercial delivery in the Philippines designed to test whether unmanned aerial vehicles can transform urban logistics in one of the …

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. brings its hybrid models closer to its customers through the continuation of its hybrid mall tour that started earlier this year. The New HR-V RS e:HEV E-CVT, New Civic RS e:HEV E-CVT, and CR-V RS e:HEV E-CVT will be displayed at malls around the metro. Witness HCPI’s hybrid revolution & experience the difference with Honda through …