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House acts to provide Pinoys comprehensive mental care

With at least one study claiming that one out of every three Filipinos grapples with mental issues, the House of Representatives passed on second reading a measure that would address the...

PGH introduces osteoporosis management models

MANILA--The Department of Orthopedics of the University of the Philippines-Philippine General Hospital (UP-PGH) along with the UP-PGH Alumni Association on Friday led the launching of its Orthogeriatric Multidisciplinary Fracture Management Model...

Australia’s Victoria state legalizes euthanasia

SYDNEY — The parliament of Australia’s second largest state passed legislation Friday to allow terminally ill patients to seek medical help to end their lives, a bill that is expected to...

Angara files bill making Cancer treatment more accessible, affordable

Senator Sonny Angara has filed a bill that seeks to make cancer treatment and care more equitable and affordable for all Filipinos. "Cancer pushes Filipino families deeper into poverty. Its treatment costs...

Solon wants Constitution taught to Grade 12 students

MANILA -- A lawmaker at the House of Representatives has filed a bill seeking to integrate the study of the Philippine Constitution in the Grade 12 curriculum of all public and...

DOH advocates for increased newborn screening

ILOILO CITY -- The Department of Health (DOH) here is calling on parents to have their children undergo the newborn screening (NBS) program for early detection of disorders that can lead...

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