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Department of Health

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The Department of Health (DOH) in the Philippines manages public health initiatives, emergency responses, and disease surveillance, playing a critical role during large public events and health crises. It recently deployed 200 responders for the Feast of the Black Nazarene and addressed a surge in mental health hotline calls during the holiday season. The DOH also monitors firework injuries, road crashes, and other health issues, while implementing policies such as extending PhilHealth claim filing periods to improve healthcare access.

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This is an AI-generated summary based on recent coverage. It was last updated on Mon, January 5, 2026 at 5:13 AM

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Wed, January 7, 2026 at 2:11 PM

DOH Sec Herbosa denies replacement rumors amid performance reviews

Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa denied rumors of his replacement, stating there is no truth to reports that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is looking for a successor.

Wed, January 7, 2026 at 1:23 PM

DOH: 'Super flu' not alarming but vaccination advised

Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa stated that the "super flu" currently spreading globally is not alarming, but emphasized the importance of vaccination and precautionary measures for the public.

Wed, January 7, 2026 at 10:12 AM

DOH sets up 20 health stations for Nazareno 2026 Traslacion

The Department of Health (DOH) has set up 20 Health Emergency Response Team stations along the route of the Nazareno 2026 Traslacion in Manila.

Tue, January 6, 2026 at 2:16 PM

DOH to vaccinate 11 million children against measles-rubella in 2026

The Department of Health (DOH) is aiming to vaccinate 11 million Filipino children against measles-rubella in 2026 through its supplemental immunization activity (SIA).

Mon, January 5, 2026 at 7:32 PM

DOH: Fireworks injuries down 14% but road crash injuries up 100%

The Department of Health (DOH) reported a 14% decrease in fireworks-related injuries during the 2025 holiday season compared to the previous year, but a concerning 100% increase in road crash injuries.

Mon, January 5, 2026 at 6:42 PM

DOH to prioritize Level 3 LGU hospitals for P1 billion Zero Balance Billing program

The Department of Health (DOH) will prioritize Level 3 local government unit (LGU) hospitals for a P1 billion allocation to the Zero Balance Billing (ZBB) program in 2026.

Sun, January 4, 2026 at 9:20 AM

DOH raises Code White Alert for Feast of Jesus Nazareno

The Department of Health (DOH) has raised a Code White Alert from January 6-10, 2026, in preparation for the Feast of Jesus Nazareno.

Sat, January 3, 2026 at 3:26 PM

DOH mental health hotline receives nearly 1,000 calls during holidays

The Department of Health (DOH) received close to 1,000 calls to its mental health hotline during the recent holiday season, indicating a significant need for mental health support.

Fri, January 2, 2026 at 2:52 PM

DOH validates over 300 new firework injuries, count expected to rise

The Department of Health (DOH) is validating over 300 additional firework-related injury cases, which is expected to increase the initial count.

Fri, January 2, 2026 at 11:23 AM

DOH reports 82% rise in road crash injuries during holidays

The Department of Health (DOH) reported an 82 percent increase in road crash injuries during the 2025 holiday season compared to the previous year.