Filipinos will get easier access to primary health care on September 14 as government health services move directly into schools and workplaces nationwide under the Handog ng Pangulo program. The Department of Health and PhilHealth will roll out YAKAP services across participating sites as part of the Marcos administration’s push to make basic health care…
For many Filipinos, getting healthcare can mean navigating separate providers for doctor consultations, laboratory tests, and emergency hospital coverage. PhilCare and Hi-Precision Diagnostics want to change that. The two healthcare companies have joined forces to introduce Precision Care, a new line of healthcare plans that combines unlimited medical consultations, outpatient laboratory benefits, and up to…
Singapore — In the crowded world of vitamins, supplements and longevity products, heritage can be a powerful differentiator. And LAC Global is betting that more than 70 years of French nutritional science could give it exactly that. The health and wellness supplements company, part of Singapore-based V3 Group Limited, has completed its acquisition of MASQUELIER’S…
For generations, many Filipino mothers have mastered the art of making limited resources stretch—budgeting every peso, preparing meals, keeping the household running and putting the needs of their children ahead of their own. But that same selflessness can come at a cost. When illness strikes, many mothers still choose to endure the pain, postpone a…
LIPA CITY, Batangas — As chronic illnesses continue to claim the majority of lives in the Philippines, healthcare institutions are strengthening their focus on prevention, early diagnosis and healthier lifestyles to help reduce the growing medical and financial burden on Filipino families. Noncommunicable diseases such as cardiovascular disease, stroke, cancer, diabetes and chronic respiratory conditions…
A new digital tool is putting the Philippines’ early childhood crisis under the microscope — down to the barangay and school level. The Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2) has launched the Early Childhood Dashboard, a data-driven platform designed to help local governments, schools, civil society groups and other stakeholders quickly identify communities where…
The Pediatric Dentistry Center Philippines (PDCP) celebrated a major milestone as it marked 30 years of excellence in pediatric dental care, education, and community service with a grand anniversary gala at EDSA Shangri-La Plaza. The celebration not only honored three decades of transforming children’s lives but also ushered in a new chapter with the launch…
NEW DELHI, India — Takeda has achieved a major public health milestone after India’s Drug Controller General of India (DCGI) granted marketing authorization for its dengue vaccine, TAK-003, making it the country’s first approved vaccine for dengue prevention. The approval comes at a crucial time as dengue cases continue to surge across India. Once largely…
With floods becoming an increasingly costly and disruptive reality across the country, leaders from government, business, and civil society gathered at the 2026 Stormwater Summit to call for a fundamental shift in how the Philippines tackles climate resilience—moving from disaster response to long-term preparedness and smarter water management. Held at Makati Shangri-La on July 21,…
Hypertension continues to be one of the most common health conditions among Filipinos, affecting millions nationwide. Yet, despite the availability of maintenance medications and growing awareness campaigns, many patients are still struggling to keep their blood pressure under control. Health experts are now highlighting the importance of looking beyond routine treatment, particularly for individuals whose…