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Presidential Adviser for Poverty Alleviation Lorenzo “Larry” Gadon. File Photo

Presidential Adviser Gadon Recovers After Mild Stroke

Learn more about how presidential adviser Lorenzo Gadon recovered after experiencing a mild stroke and the importance of taking heart health seriously.

The Battle for Women’s Sexual and Reproductive Health

Jefferson1 year ago015 mins

Learn more about the challenges faced in women’s sexual and reproductive health, putting three decades of progress at risk. Discrimination and politicization hinder access to healthcare, jeopardizing the well-being of women and girls worldwide. Support efforts to ensure safe and accessible reproductive healthcare.

Quezon City Health Workers Trained on Cough Treatment and Disease Prevention

Jefferson1 year ago09 mins

Learn more about how Quezon City health workers underwent training on treating cough symptoms and educating patients on the appropriate medicines for different types of cough. Follow health protocols and consult a doctor for persistent or worsening symptoms.

In this photo taken on January 18, 2024, Dr. Irene Flores, Clinical Head for the BPaL regimen for the drug resistant tuberculosis, shows the medicines for the BPaL regimen at a hospital in San Fernando, Pampanga. A faster and vastly more effective treatment for drug-resistant tuberculosis is being rolled out in the Asia-Pacific region, raising hopes of a "new era" in tackling one of the world's deadliest infectious diseases. (Photo by JAM STA ROSA / AFP)

New Treatment Offers Hope in Combatting Drug-Resistant TB in the Asia-Pacific Region

Jefferson1 year ago028 mins

Learn more about the new treatment for drug-resistant TB in the Asia-Pacific region, offering hope for patients suffering from this deadly infectious disease. Trials have shown a cure rate of over 90% after just six months, providing a potential breakthrough in TB treatment. Read more about the impact of this new drug regimen and the experiences of patients like Efifanio Brillante.

Dr. Saia Ma'u Piukala, World Health Organization (WHO) Western Pacific Regional director (left), says there is a 'huge immunization gap' during the Covid-19 pandemic that led to an increase in the incidence of diseases such as measles and pertussis in the region, especially in the Philippines. With Piukala at the press conference on Friday, April 5, 2024 was Olivia L. Davies, WHO communications manager. Also present were Dr. Babatunde Olowukure, regional emergencies director; Dr. Rui Paulo de Jesus, WHO Philippines representative; and Dr. Rajendra Yadav, Integrated Communicable Diseases coordinator, who also shared their thoughts on the pandemic and its effects on children's immunization.
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The Immunization Gap: A Consequence of the COVID-19 Pandemic

Jefferson1 year ago010 mins

Learn more about how the immunization gap during the COVID-19 pandemic has led to a rise in measles and pertussis cases in the Western Pacific region. Discover the efforts of the World Health Organization to address the challenges and strengthen health systems for future emergencies.

Charges Filed Against Valenzuela Hospital for Illegal Detention of Patients

Jefferson1 year ago023 mins

Learn more about the charges filed against a Valenzuela hospital for the illegal detention of patients and the provision of legal assistance to the complainants. Support is being offered to those who have experienced similar situations.

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