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DOH Imposes Nationwide Medicine Price Freeze

The Department of Health imposes a 60-day price freeze on essential medicines across the Philippines to protect consumers from rising pharmaceutical costs during health emergencies.

DOH Raises Code Blue Alert Nationwide

The Department of Health declares Code Blue alert across all government hospitals in the Philippines as medical facilities prepare for potential mass casualty events and health emergencies.

Lerma's Healthcare Mission Transforms Cebu Communities

Discover how Lerma Lucenos-Escoro is revolutionizing community healthcare in Cebu City, providing essential medical services to underserved areas through innovative outreach programs and mobile clinics.

PhilHealth Wins ASEAN Communication Award

Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) receives prestigious ASEAN Social Security Association award for excellence in strategic communication, showcasing Filipino innovation on the international stage.

PH Inflation Steady at 1.7% in October 2025

Philippine inflation remains unchanged at 1.7% in October 2025, with food prices slowing while transport costs rise. Get the full breakdown of how this affects Filipino consumers and the economy.

Diesel Prices Soar: P3 Increase Hits Cebu

Cebu faces significant fuel price hikes as diesel increases by P3 per liter and gasoline by P1.85, impacting transportation costs and daily commuters across the region.

Cebu Pushes Hospital Rights for Same-Sex Partners

Cebu City Councilor Rey Gealon pushes for groundbreaking legislation granting same-sex partners hospital visitation and medical decision-making rights, challenging traditional family definitions in healthcare.

Poverty Dictates Funeral Choices in Cebu

In Cebu's public cemeteries, poverty continues to shape lives even after death. Discover how economic hardship forces families to make heartbreaking choices about their final resting places.

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