With dengue cases climbing across the country, the Department of Health (DOH) is exploring innovative solutions to reduce infections and achieve its ambitious target of zero dengue-related deaths by 2030. Read more »
The Department of Health (DOH) is stepping up its routine immunization program as vaccine-preventable diseases, particularly measles, continue to surge. Read more »
Health officials in Davao are sounding the alarm after a sharp rise in rabies-related deaths in 2024, coupled with a significant cut in funding for anti-rabies vaccines. Read more »
The urgency of the situation in BARMM prompted health authorities to adopt the non-selective immunization approach. Tayag highlighted the need for expedited measures to ensure that children receive protection against measles promptly. By immunizing all eligible children, health officials aim to minimize the risk of further transmission within the community. Read more »
Pharmaceutical company GSK has launched on March 12 a nationwide campaign aimed at raising awareness about shingles, a viral infection caused by the varicella-zoster virus. The campaign seeks to educate the public about the risks, impact, and prevention strategies associated with this debilitating condition. Read more »
The Victorias City government in Negros Occidental has taken proactive measures to support local hog raisers affected by the African swine fever (ASF) outbreak in 2023. Read more »
