DOH

A group of "concerned Department of Health personnel" has filed a graft complaint with the Office of the Ombudsman against Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa and 16 other officials over the alleged wastage of P1.4 billion worth of medicines and vaccines. They accused the respondents of graft and serious dishonesty for failing to distribute life-saving drugs that expired in warehouses.

26 februari 2026 Rapporterad av AI

The Department of Health has recorded 14,907 dengue cases as of February 14, which is 70 percent lower than the same period last year. Officials credit the decline to stronger prevention measures, early consultation, surveillance, and clinical management. They remind the public to stay vigilant as cases could rise.