The flu is all too frequently mistaken for any other mild disease that can be treated in a day or two. This was the case of Barbie Hsu, a Taiwanese actress famous for her role as Shan Cai in the original Meteor Garden, who died of pneumonia after catching influenza while traveling to Japan. Read more »
Health officials in Davao are sounding the alarm after a sharp rise in rabies-related deaths in 2024, coupled with a significant cut in funding for anti-rabies vaccines. Read more »
Iloilo City is seeing an uptick in suspected cases of hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD), with local health authorities urging the public to prioritize proper hygiene to prevent further spread. Read more »
A group of Grade 11 students from Quezon City Science High School has developed a cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) tool that could transform how heart disease is diagnosed. Read more »
The Department of Health (DOH) in the Philippines has dismissed viral social media claims about an alleged international health emergency, reassuring the public that there is no credible evidence to support the rumors. Read more »
The Philippine Heart Association (PHA) stated that using low-quality maintenance medications and supplements could interfere with the treatment of heart disease. Read more »
