Tag: DOH

Philippine DOH reports dengue cases slowing but urges continued vigilance

February 28, 2025
Philippine DOH reports dengue cases slowing but urges continued vigilance

The Department of Health (DOH) has observed a slight decline in dengue cases nationwide over the past four weeks, following intensified public awareness and mosquito control efforts. Cases fell from 15,904 (January 5–18) to 15,134 (January 19–February 15), a 5% […]

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Audit sought for Philippines public health funds; health dept seeks more budget

February 28, 2025
Audit sought for Philippines public health funds; health dept seeks more budget

The Philippines’ Department of Budget and Management (DBM) and the Department of Health (DOH) have requested the Commission on Audit to conduct a special audit of previously released funds for Public Health Emergency Benefits and Allowances (PHEBA). The review aims […]

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Phil DOH Issues Alert on Pertussis and Measles Spreading; Urges Vaxx

March 28, 2024
Phil DOH Issues Alert on Pertussis and Measles Spreading; Urges Vaxx

The Philippines is currently experiencing a rise in cases of pertussis (whooping cough) and measles, prompting the Department of Health (DOH) to intensify vaccination campaigns. Pertussis causes flu-like symptoms initially, evolving into a distinctive cough, while measles is highly contagious, […]

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Alleged Covid-19 Vaccination Data Leak Raises Concerns; DOH Initiates Investigation

November 16, 2023
Alleged Covid-19 Vaccination Data Leak Raises Concerns; DOH Initiates Investigation

The Philippines’ Department of Health (DOH) has launched an investigation following reports of a potential leak of the country’s Covid-19 vaccination data stored within the World Health Organization (WHO). Confirming the receipt of these reports, the DOH emphasized its immediate […]

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