House resolution seeks PhilHealth coverage for free leptospirosis treatments and anti-tetanus shots after calamities

A proposed House resolution has been filed urging PhilHealth to cover free leptospirosis treatments and anti-tetanus shots for areas affected by typhoons or other calamities.

Deputy Majority Leader and ACT-CIS Party-list Representative Erwin Tulfo called on PhilHealth during a privilege speech to step up in providing these medical services following natural disasters.

House Resolution No. 1811, introduced by Tulfo along with fellow lawmakers Edvic Yap, Jocelyn Tulfo, Eric Go Yap, and Ralph Wendel Tulfo, requires PhilHealth to ensure disaster victims do not face additional hardships in accessing necessary treatments.

Tulfo emphasized that the resolution aims to alleviate financial strain on affected families and reduce morbidity and mortality rates associated with leptospirosis and tetanus.

The lawmakers stressed the urgent need for this intervention to address gaps in disaster response strategies, ensuring no one struggles with life-threatening diseases due to post-disaster hardships.