Health

DOH: Dexamethasone not a magic pill for COVID-19

The Department of Health (DOH) on Saturday clarified anew that dexamethasone is not a magic pill for COVID-19 amid reports that it could help in the treatment of the said disease. “Ito...

COVID-19 case count rises to 27,799; DOH reminds parents to monitor children

The Department of Health (DOH) on Thursday reported 562 confirmed COVID-19 cases including 481 fresh and 81 late cases, bringing the total count to 27,799 in the country. Out of the 481...

Government to fairly implement 10 percent tax on oil products

The government will fairly implement the levy on oil and imported oil products after President Rodrigo R. Duterte signed Executive Order No. 113 that aims to temporarily impose 10 percent tax...

DOH warns public on use of dexamethasone

The Department of Health (DOH) on Wednesday reminded the public that dexamethasone cannot be used by just any COVID-19 patient. “Kami po ay nababahala kaya nais pong linawin ng kagawaran na hindi...

COVID-19 testing labs in Ph now at 60, another to open at the VMMC

There are now 60 licensed COVID-19 testing laboratories in the country and 12,000 actual tests conducted per day. In the coming weeks, the current tally will increase as the established modular testing...

COVID-19 daily recovery hits 301, confirmed cases now at 26,781

The Department of Health (DOH) on Tuesday announced the total number of COVID-19 cases in the country has reached 26,781 after 249 fresh cases and 115 late cases were reported. The DOH...

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