Rise in dengue cases possible despite drought -DOH
MANILA, (PIA) — There is a high possibility that dengue cases will still increase in the country even though El Niño has been officially declared due to the increase in public…
DepEd to get rid of ‘remedial class’ stigma through NLC
MANILA – The Department of Education (DepEd) is planning to dismiss the “remedial class” or “summer class” stigma, which is required for students who got low or failing grades during the past…
Laguna highlights affordable diet on Nutrition Month
SANTA CRUZ, Laguna – To strengthen the campaign for proper nutrition, the provincial government of Laguna, through its Provincial Nutrition Action Office, launched the celebration of the 49th Nutrition Month on…
Antigen requirement to be lifted for PBBM’s 2nd SONA
MANILA – The House of Representatives on Tuesday announced it will lift the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) antigen test requirement for vaccinated guests and attendees during President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s…
DOH sees PH malaria-free ‘in 2 to 3 years’
MANILA – Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa on Tuesday said the Philippines is seen to be malaria-free “in two to three years.” “In two to three years, we can announce malaria elimination…
MWSS raises possibility of water interruptions
MANILA – The Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS) on Tuesday raised the possibility of water interruptions in Metro Manila that will affect over 632,000 households amid the declining water level…
DSWD ready to assist LGUs on possible effects of El Niño
MANILA – Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Rex Gatchalian on Tuesday said the department is well-prepared to provide assistance to the local government units (LGUs) against any weather…