DOH lauds ratification of bill on regional specialty centers

The Department of Health (DOH) has praised the ratification of a bill creating regional specialty centers across the country.

The bicameral conference report was ratified by both the House of Representatives and the Senate on Wednesday, May 31.

Under the new law, at least one center will be established in every region within five years to provide accessible specialized health services for various medical specialties including cancer care, cardiovascular care, lung care, among others.

DOH Officer-in-Charge Maria Rosario Vergeire commended both chambers for their support and emphasized that this act is a significant milestone towards the Universal Health Care Law.