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by Ma. Teresa Montemayor on February 27, 2026
FDA urged to look into allergy-causing preservatives in wet wipes
by Ma. Teresa Montemayor on February 27, 2026
The reminder came following discovery of seven brands of baby wipes containing methylchloroisothiazolinone (MCI) and methylisothiazolinone (MI) being sold in at least three retail establishments in Antipolo City.... Read full article
by Ma. Teresa Montemayor on February 27, 2026
Veterinary post in every LGU key to curbing rabies – expert
by Ma. Teresa Montemayor on February 27, 2026
Ensuring that every local government unit (LGU) has a designated municipal veterinarian is crucial in lowering rabies cases and strengthening disease prevention efforts, a veterinary medicine specialist said Thursday.... Read full article
by Ma. Teresa Montemayor on February 27, 2026
Measles vaxx coverage in Mindanao, BARMM now at 82% – DOH
by Ma. Teresa Montemayor on February 27, 2026
In its “Ligtas Tigdas” situation report covering Jan. 19 to Feb. 24, 2026, the DOH said 82 percent or a total of 2,347,562 children aged 6 to 59 months (under 5 years old) in Mindanao and BARMM have been vaccinated against measles and rubella.... Read full article
by Ma. Teresa Montemayor on February 19, 2026
CPD: Education key to curbing teenage, unplanned pregnancies
by Ma. Teresa Montemayor on February 19, 2026
CPD Information and Communication Management Division chief Mylin Mirasol Quiray, in an interview over Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon, cited data from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) showing 138,697 live births among females aged 10 to 19.... Read full article
by Connie Calipay on February 19, 2026
Mayon Volcano emits 3.2K tonnes of sulfur dioxide in 24 hours
by Connie Calipay on February 19, 2026
Phivolcs said the activity was recorded from 7:34 p.m. to 8:35 p.m. Tuesday with continuous lava effusion.... Read full article
by Ma. Teresa Montemayor on February 12, 2026
2.2M Mindanao kids now protected vs. measles, rubella
by Ma. Teresa Montemayor on February 12, 2026
More than 2.2 million children aged 6 to 59 months in Mindanao and the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) have already been vaccinated against measles and rubella, the Department of Health (DOH) said Wednesday.... Read full article
by Nef Luczon on February 12, 2026
DOH-10 steps up measles immunization in rural areas
by Nef Luczon on February 12, 2026
During a media briefing on Wednesday, Dr. Elma Oclarit, head of the DOH-10 Family Center, said they have so far vaccinated more than 412,000 children, representing 78.8 percent of their target of more than 500,000 for this year.... Read full article
by Joann Villanueva on February 11, 2026
Laguna-based hospital eyes expansion, acquisition of new facilities
by Joann Villanueva on February 11, 2026
To date, GCMC has a network of five hospitals in Laguna — four general hospitals and a cancer center— that have total capacity of over 300 beds and are supported by more than 760 doctors.... Read full article
by Ma. Teresa Montemayor on February 11, 2026
DOH pushes oral health package, eyes revival of dental bureau
by Ma. Teresa Montemayor on February 11, 2026
It covers basic preventive services, including oral examination, dental cleaning twice a year, fluoride application for children, and interventions for tooth sensitivity among adults, with no out-of-pocket expenses for members.... Read full article
by Alexander Lopez on February 10, 2026
Basyang causes P11.2-M losses in Caraga’s fishery sector
by Alexander Lopez on February 10, 2026
Basyang made landfall in Bayabas, Surigao del Sur on the evening of Feb. 5, bringing heavy rains to most parts of the region.... Read full article
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