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.
Zamboanga City on Blue Alert from Dec 22 to Jan 5
Zamboanga City's disaster office raises blue alert status for the holidays. Officials are on standby; residents urged to unplug Christmas lights when out. Hotlines provided.
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.
Pampanga High School Conducts Earthquake Drill
Pampanga High School students and teachers participated in a disaster preparedness drill led by the City DRRMO. Learn how the exercise aims to save lives.
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.
DSWD on Red Alert for TD Wilma, P2.1B Aid Stockpiled
DSWD activates red alert for Tropical Depression Wilma in Visayas. With P2.1B in standby funds & food packs ready, agencies coordinate for public safety. Stay informed.
Tropical Depression Wilma: Cebu Evacuates 211 as Precaution
Tropical Depression Wilma prompts proactive evacuations in Cebu City, with 211 individuals moved to safety. PAGASA forecasts improving weather, highlighting vital disaster preparedness lessons.
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.
Danao City Halts Work for Tropical Depression Wilma
Danao City Mayor orders suspension of government work on Dec 5, 2025, to prepare for Tropical Depression Wilma. Essential offices remain operational. Private firms urged to follow suit.
Tropical Depression Wilma Tracked Towards Eastern Visayas
Tropical Depression Wilma maintains strength, set for landfall over Eastern Visayas or Dinagat Islands by Friday evening. Pagasa issues Wind Signal No. 1 for multiple areas. Residents urged to follow evacuation orders.
Tropical Depression Wilma Heads for Visayas, Cebu on Alert
Tropical Depression Wilma moves toward the Visayas, prompting evacuation warnings in Cebu. Pagasa raises Wind Signal No. 1. Residents in flood-prone areas must prepare now.
Zamboanga Sibugay Police Start Firearms Proficiency Training
Zamboanga Sibugay Police Provincial Office begins a five-day Firearm Proficiency Training to enhance marksmanship and tactical response. Learn about the program's goals.
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.
PRO 7 Raises Alert Status for National Protest Weekend
Police Regional Office 7 escalates to full alert status for November 30 Trillion Peso March 2.0 protest and holiday travel. Enhanced security measures implemented across Central Visayas.
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.
Mawab Strengthens Disaster Response Protocols
Mawab, Davao de Oro is enhancing its disaster preparedness with a new Risk Communication Plan and updated emergency protocols for faster response to protect residents.
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.
Bacolod Councilor Acts on Typhoon Flooding
Bacolod City Councilor Caesar Distrito calls for urgent measures after consecutive typhoons cause severe flooding, highlighting climate change and proposing 5 key solutions.
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.
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