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DOH JOINS POST-SONA POVERTY REDUCTION DIALOGUE

The Department of Health (DOH) manifested its commitment to poverty reduction in the country during a crucial dialogue with other national government agencies (NGAs). The Post State of the Nation Address (SONA)- Poverty Reduction discussion cluster revolved around the need to strengthen whole-of-government approaches to poverty reduction. During the dialogue, the participating agencies- the  Department […]

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PH HEALTH FACILITY DEV’T PLAN GETS PALACE OK

The Palace has officially adopted the Department of Health (DOH)’s Philippine Health Facility Development Plan (PHFDP) 2020-2040. Endorsed to the Office of the President on May 25, 2023, the adoption became official through Memorandum Circular No. 26 signed by Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin. “The PHFDP aims at transforming Filipino lives through an integrated healthcare system […]

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SONA 2023 HIGHLIGHTS DOH PROGRAMS

The Department of Health (DOH) expressed its appreciation to President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr., for including in his recent State of the Nation Address (SONA) the programs and milestones of the Department that are anchored on the promises of Universal Health Care (UHC). “We are grateful for the guidance and support of President Marcos to the Department […]

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PH RED CROSS DEPLOYS EMERGENCY TEAMS FOR SONA 2023

The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) provided essential support and assistance during the 2nd State of the Nation Address (SONA) of President Bongbong Marcos at the Batasang Pambansa, Quezon City. All PRC teams were on standby, equipped and prepared to address any potential emergencies that may arise during this significant event. PRC’s summary of deployment for […]

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DOH, CHED INK PACT ON HIRING, TRAINING OF NURSES

Department of Health (DOH) Secretary Teddy Herbosa and Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Chairman Popoy De Vera III signed a Joint Administrative Order (JAO) on Implementing Guidelines for the Nurse Workforce Complementation and Upskilling Program in Parañaque City.  The ceremony was also attended by representatives of various higher education institutions (HEIs), hospital groups, and the […]

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PH RED CROSS TRAINS 7,000 PEOPLE ON NAT’L CPR DAY

The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) marked National CPR Day recently by training over 7,000 people on cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) through its 102 chapters across the country. Equipping Filipinos with crucial life-saving skills, PRC conducted 63 comprehensive training sessions to equip communities with the knowledge and skills required to respond effectively to emergencies. PRC Chairman and […]

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‘LAB FOR ALL’ HEALTH CARAVAN LAUNCHED IN ZAMBALES

The First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos’ LAB for ALL caravan fulfilled its promise of bringing quality healthcare services to the people in Botolan, Zambales. The caravan is a collaborative effort of different government agencies, such as the Department of Health (DOH), the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), PhilHealth, and the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes […]

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DOH MULTI-SPECIALTY HOSPITAL TO OPEN IN CLARK

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. recently led the briefing and site inspection of the Clark Multi-Specialty Medical Center (CMSMC) in Clark Freeport Zone in Pampanga. The state-of-the-art medical facility is a result of collaboration of the Department of Health (DOH), the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), the Clark Development Corporation (CDC), Pampanga Local Government Units […]

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PRC LEADS MALABON MASS CASUALTY INCIDENT TRAINING

As part of the month-long observance of the National Disaster Resilience Month, the Philippine Red Cross held a Mass Casualty Incident Training and Simulation Exercise at Tinajeros Elementary School in Malabon City.  A magnitude 6.8 earthquake scenario tested the resilience and overall emergency response capacity of PRC’s RC143 volunteer nurses and firefighters, city government of […]

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HERBOSA LEADS HIV PROGRAM RELAUNCH IN REGION 3

Department of Health (DOH) Secretary Teddy Herbosa led the Ceremonial Signing of the Pledge of Commitment and the Relaunching of the HIV Control Program in DOH Hospitals in Region 3 “Healthy Pilipinas: Bawat Buhay Mahalaga!” at the Bataan General Hospital and Medical Center (BGHMC) Auditorium in Balanga City. Herbosa, along with FICT Undersecretary Enrique Tayag, […]