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Universal Health Care Law

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The Universal Health Care Law aims to provide free and accessible healthcare services to all Filipinos, ensuring no out-of-pocket expenses for essential medical treatments. It is a key priority of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s administration, with efforts focused on expanding zero-balance billing, improving primary care through programs like YAKAP, and addressing funding needs to achieve full implementation. The law is supported by various initiatives, including subsidies, reallocations, and the promotion of generic medicines to make healthcare more affordable and inclusive.

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This is an AI-generated summary based on recent coverage. It was last updated on Wed, October 15, 2025 at 10:10 PM

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Recent developments on Universal Health Care Law

Wed, October 15, 2025 at 2:35 PM

PhilHealth encourages enrollment in Yaman ng Kalusugan Program

The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) is encouraging the public to register for its Yaman ng Kalusugan Program (YAKAP) to promote a more proactive approach to healthcare.

Thu, September 18, 2025 at 7:00 AM

DPWH budget cut by P255B as P60B reallocated to PhilHealth amid corruption probe

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has had its budget cut by P255 billion, with P60 billion reallocated to PhilHealth amid corruption concerns.

Sat, September 13, 2025 at 9:28 PM

Manila Mayor Domagoso thanks PBBM for support as city opens 7th hospital

Manila City Mayor Isko Moreno Domagoso celebrated President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr.'s birthday by highlighting the city's expanding healthcare services and attributing these advancements to national government support.

Tue, September 2, 2025 at 8:30 PM

PAGCOR rakes in P69 billion from online gambling in 7 months

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp. (PAGCOR) generated P69 billion in licensing fees from legal online gambling platforms from January to July this year.

Tue, September 2, 2025 at 12:55 PM

Marcos says PH is 80% towards full UHC implementation

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. announced that the Philippines is nearing the full implementation of Universal Health Care (UHC), stating the country is already 80% of the way there.

Tue, September 2, 2025 at 12:09 PM

Ilocos Norte to provide free transport for indigent patients

The province of Ilocos Norte will soon offer a free transportation service for indigent patients with severe medical conditions or those undergoing treatments like dialysis, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy.

Mon, September 1, 2025 at 1:25 PM

President Marcos Jr. leads YAKAP Caravan, offers free medical services to over 500 students in Baler

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. led the Yaman ng Kalusugan (YAKAP) Caravan at Aurora National High School in Baler, Aurora, where over 500 students, teachers, and school staff received free medical services.

Wed, July 30, 2025 at 2:12 PM

Ejercito seeks P74.4B subsidy for UHC Act implementation

Senator JV Ejercito is pushing for an additional P74.4 billion in subsidies for PhilHealth to support the full implementation of the Universal Health Care (UHC) Act.

Sun, July 27, 2025 at 10:22 PM

3 DOH officials resign, including Vergeire

Three officials of the Department of Health (DOH), including former Undersecretary Dr. Maria Rosario Singh-Vergeire, are no longer with the agency.

Wed, July 9, 2025 at 10:25 AM

DOH promotes generic drugs via eGovPH app to lower costs

The Department of Health (DOH) is promoting generic medicines through the eGovPH app to help the public save money, as generic drugs are significantly cheaper than branded ones while being equally effective.