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Measles cases in Central Luzon up 41%

CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga -- The number of measles cases in Central Luzon increased by 41 percent in the first three months of the year, compared to the same period...

DOH boosts measles immunization program

MANILA --The Department of Health (DOH) on Monday said that it is enhancing its measles immunization by conducting a two-track immunization program targetting areas where there have been recent measles outbreaks. “We will...

FDA reiterates warning vs. fake drugs

MANILA -- Amid the unequivocal support of President Rodrigo R. Duterte to Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) drive against fake drugs, the FDA on Sunday reiterated its warning on the potential danger...

DOH gives safety travel tips for Holy Week travelers

MANILA -- The Department of Health (DOH) on Wednesday reminded anew the public to stay safe as they make an exodus to the provinces for the Holy Week break. In its Road...

DOH cautions public on heat stroke, dehydration this Holy Week

MANILA -- In the observance of the Holy Week, the Department of Health has urged the public to keep hydrated especially during, as what experts claim to be, the dry season,...

Lack of hospital facilities add to high maternal deaths in Palawan

PUERTO PRINCESA CITY, Palawan -- The lack of hospital facilities and the absence of obstetricians in remote areas in Palawan to handle childbirth and maternal health care top the reasons for...

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