Health

World-first Melanoma blood test developed in Australia

SYDNEY — Scientists in Australia say they have developed the world's first blood test to detect melanoma in its early stages. It's hoped the technique will save hundreds of lives each year...

5 Baguio health centers to be upgraded to birthing stations

BAGUIO CITY -- Five district health centers in Baguio City are set to be upgraded to birthing stations to attend to the needs of pregnant women from the villages. Dr. Maria Alice Torres,...

Thai elephants help spreadjungle fruit’s seeds

Massive fruit trees in the Thailand evergreen forest need massive herbivores to help spread their seeds, according to a new study. Based on the diets and habits of mammals, scientists found that...

Cavite reports 24 leptospirosis cases with 4 deaths

TRECE MARTIRES CITY, Cavite – Cavite province has recorded a total of 24 leptospirosis with four deaths in the past seven months this year, the Cavite Provincial Health Office (PHO) reported Wednesday. PHO...

Davao City launches Botika ng Bayan

DAVAO CITY--The local government has launched the Botika ng Bayan, where Dabawenyos and non-residents of this city can get free medicines with the help of the Department of Health (DoH). Mayor Sara...

Deaths, rising dengue cases in Baybay City alarm DOH

TACLOBAN CITY -- A state of health emergency has been declared in Baybay City on Tuesday as dengue fever killed three children and infected 170 others this year. The Department of Health said...

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