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Teodoro Herbosa

Teodoro Herbosa is the Health Secretary of the Philippines, leading efforts to improve public health through initiatives such as measles-rubella vaccination campaigns, mental health support, and disease prevention programs. He has been actively addressing public health challenges, including rising road crash injuries, fireworks-related incidents, and the spread of dengue. Herbosa also advocates for policies like a nationwide vape ban and zero-balance billing in select hospitals to enhance healthcare access and safety.

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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.

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).

Tue, January 6, 2026 at 1:51 PM

Palace denies impending Cabinet revamp

Presidential Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro clarified that there are no impending Cabinet revamps in the Marcos administration, refuting a report that suggested as many as nine agencies could be affected.

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.

Thu, January 1, 2026 at 11:15 AM

DOH logs 655 fireworks injuries, a 20% drop from last year

The Department of Health (DOH) recorded 655 fireworks-related injuries from December 21, 2025, to January 3, 2026, a 20% decrease from last year's 819 cases.

Tue, December 16, 2025 at 1:31 PM

Tulfo to Herbosa: Fire FDA DG Teston over dangerous products takedown

Senator Raffy Tulfo is urging Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa to fulfill his promise to remove Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Director-General Paolo Teston.