SPMC Davao Launches Robotic Surgery & Rehabilitation Center
Southern Philippines Medical Center in Davao launches a P300M robotic surgery & neurorehabilitation facility, expanding advanced healthcare access in Mindanao. 23 patients already treated.
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Gov't Caravan Serves 2,548 Indigenous People in Davao
Over 2,500 indigenous community members in Davao Occidental received essential healthcare and social services through a multi-agency outreach caravan. Read about the successful collaboration.
CCNSHS Student's Medical Project Alaga Helps 3,000 Families
Frederick Kesner of CCNSHS founded Project Alaga to provide free healthcare after witnessing a mother's struggle. The initiative has served over 3,000 families and earned him national recognition as one of the Ten Outstanding Boy Scouts of the Philippines
CCMC Construction Set for January 2025 Restart
After a six-month audit, Cebu City's long-delayed medical center construction will restart in January 2025, aiming for partial use by November. Mayor Archival vows to complete this vital public health project.
P34M DOH BUCAS Center Breaks Ground in Santa Ana
A new P34 million DOH BUCAS Center is underway in Santa Ana, Pampanga, with a target opening in July 2026. The project boosts local healthcare access.
Cebu City P50M Free Health, Mental Wellness Plan
Cebu City Council passes ordinances for free annual medical exams and 24/7 mental health support. Mayor Archival's approval pending to implement the P50 million initiative for vulnerable residents.
Cebu City Approves Free Annual Medical Checkups, Mental Health Plan
Cebu City Council institutionalizes free annual health checkups for vulnerable sectors and a citywide mental health system. Mayor Archival's signature pending for implementation.
Free Medical Mission Serves 1,000+ Porac Residents
Mekeni Food Corp. backed a major Hospital on Wheels medical mission in Porac, offering free healthcare to over 1,000, prioritizing indigenous communities. Read about this impactful collaboration.
Cebu BHWs Receive P7,000 Cash, Noche Buena Packs
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro announces cash incentives up to P10,000, new uniforms, and noche buena packs for over 9,000 barangay health workers. A merrier Christmas for frontline community heroes.
Ayala's P500M Investment Rebrands Cebu Velez Hospital
Ayala's AC Health invests nearly P500M to modernize the 70-year-old Cebu Velez General Hospital, now Healthway Cebu Velez General Hospital, boosting Visayas healthcare. Read about the upgrades and regional impact.
Pampanga Opens Provincial Dialysis Center II in Apalit
Pampanga's new dialysis center in Apalit, funded via a P30M PPP, offers free PhilHealth treatment. It aims to serve over 200 patients daily, with more centers planned across the province.
PhilHealth to Receive Record P113B Subsidy in 2026
The DBM commits to timely fund release for PhilHealth's P113B 2026 subsidy, the largest single-year investment for poor Filipinos' healthcare, backed by sin taxes and restored SC funds.
PhilHealth Pays Over P250B in Medical Claims for 2025
PhilHealth disburses a record P250.73 billion in medical claims from Jan-Oct 2025, an 83% jump. See how this impacts healthcare access for Filipinos.
Cebu City Medical Center buys P38M new machines
Cebu City Medical Center acquires P38 million worth of new surgical equipment to address rising patient demand and aging machines. Mayor Archival commits to finishing hospital construction.
PCSO Donates 10 Patient Transport Vehicles to LGUs
PCSO boosts emergency medical care, donating 10 vehicles to reach 99% national coverage. The program aims for 100% coverage by year-end. Read more about this vital initiative.
Magalang's Free Medicine Program Aids Locals
Magalang's MALUgud Healthcare Program provides free monthly maintenance medicines to qualified residents, distributing 48,000 pills since October 2025. Discover how this initiative improves healthcare access.
Cebu Development Agenda Focuses on Healthcare, Hunger
Cebu Province unveils comprehensive development plan targeting healthcare, governance, and hunger. Key initiatives include mobile kitchens and infrastructure upgrades to boost public service.
UCMed Diabetes Center Wins Prestigious Award
UCMed's Diabetes and Nutrition Center receives 'Clinic of Competence' award from PCDEF, reinforcing its status as a leading diabetes care hub in the Visayas. Discover how this impacts patient care.
82 Patient Transport Vehicles Boost Negros Healthcare
PCSO delivers 82 medical transport vehicles to Negros Island Region and Western Visayas, enhancing emergency healthcare access for remote communities. Read how this initiative saves lives.
84 Patient Transport Vehicles for Negros, W. Visayas
PCSO turns over 84 Patient Transport Vehicles to LGUs in Negros Island Region and Western Visayas on Nov 25, 2025, enhancing emergency medical services.
Cebu Hospital Hosts Lung Cancer Awareness Forum
Perpetual Succour Hospital in Cebu launches lung health forum during Lung Cancer Awareness Month, offering free pulmonary tests and warning about smoking and vaping dangers.
Bill Gates' AI Doc Sparks PH Education & Health Talk
A new Netflix series with Bill Gates explores AI's impact on Filipino education, healthcare, and jobs. Discover the challenges and opportunities for the Philippines.
Davao de Oro Gov Launches DDO-Iris Healthcare System
Governor Raul Mabanglo launches DDO-Iris digital referral system, revolutionizing healthcare access in Davao de Oro province. Discover how this innovation improves patient transfers.
Healthcare Reaches 2,500 in Davao Occidental Village
Over 2,500 residents in Davao Occidental's remote Barangay South Lamidan received free medical services during DOH-Davao's week-long health mission, advancing Universal Health Care access.
PhilHealth's Obsolete Rates Burden Hospitals and Patients
PhilHealth continues using 2013 payment rates despite rising healthcare costs, forcing hospitals to operate at loss and patients to pay more out-of-pocket. Learn about the proposed DRG solution.
PhilHealth: All Filipinos Eligible for Healthcare
PhilHealth-Davao officials confirm all Filipinos are members under the Universal Health Care Act, eligible for services even with lapsed contributions. Learn how to register.
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.
RLMMC Enhances Maternal & Newborn Care with Training
Jose B. Lingad Memorial Regional Hospital enhances healthcare services through comprehensive newborn and maternal care training for medical professionals.
PhilHealth Expands ER Benefits to 27 Medical Conditions
Discover the 27 medical conditions now covered by PhilHealth's expanded emergency room benefits. Learn how this healthcare enhancement provides faster financial assistance for critical situations.
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.
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