For the second year running, the Iloilo City Police Office (ICPO) has claimed the prestigious title of the country’s best city police office, while the Iloilo Provincial Police Office (IPPO) earned recognition among the Top 5 performing provincial units nationwide. Read more »
The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) announced on Saturday plans to enhance the benefits, which include improved room accommodations and cheaper medical bill charges available to middle-income contributors. Read more »
Only a small fraction of Filipinos truly understand mental health and know how to respond to it, according to recent research. The 2025 AXA Mind Health Study, released Thursday, revealed that while 65 percent of the population are aware of mental health issues, an even smaller number can recognize warning signs and seek proper support. Read more »
The Department of Health (DOH) assured the public on Wednesday, January 28, that it is ready to respond to potential cases of the Nipah virus (NiV), following confirmed infections in West Bengal, India. The Bureau of Quarantine (BOQ) is actively monitoring airports and seaports to prevent the virus from entering the country. Read more »
Environmental initiatives and local governance took center stage as Navotas City received national recognition for its sustained efforts in protecting natural resources and promoting ecological responsibility. The acknowledgment underscores how coordinated programs at the local level can contribute meaningfully to broader environmental goals across Metro Manila. Read more »
The Department of Health (DOH) has raised the possibility of requiring human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) testing for foreign visitors to the Philippines, citing a sharp increase in new infections nationwide. Read more »
