World Health Organization Philippines

World Health Organization Philippines Official page of the World Health Organization Country Office in the Philippines

The World Health Organization (WHO) is the directing and coordinating authority for health within the United Nations system. It is responsible for providing leadership on global health matters, shaping the health research agenda, setting norms and standards, articulating evidence-based policy options, providing technical support to countries as well as monitoring and assessing health trends.

Today is ! Neglected tropical diseases are a group of 21 conditions affecting over 1️⃣ billion people in some of the w...
30/01/2026

Today is !

Neglected tropical diseases are a group of 21 conditions affecting over 1️⃣ billion people in some of the world’s poorest regions. In the Western Pacific Region, an estimated 142 million people, who are mostly vulnerable and impoverished, require interventions against neglected tropical diseases in the Western Pacific Region.

January is Liver Cancer & Viral Hepatitis Awareness and Prevention Month.Liver cancer remains one of the most common can...
30/01/2026

January is Liver Cancer & Viral Hepatitis Awareness and Prevention Month.

Liver cancer remains one of the most common cancers worldwide—and in the Philippines.

Chronic hepatitis B and C are major risk factors, but liver cancer can be prevented through vaccination, testing, and healthy lifestyle choices.

Get tested. Get vaccinated. Get the help you need. Be Hep B aware.

Together, we can prevent liver cancer and protect liver health.

30/01/2026

Bakit parang ang daming proseso bago makakuha ng serbisyo sa health center? 🤔

‘Yan ang ipinaliwanag nina DOH Secretary Dr. Ted Herbosa at medical specialist Dr. Cyrus Tejam sa episode na ito ng Lahat Sagot.

🎥 Watch the full episode on WHO’s Facebook and YouTube channels to learn more about health centers and the primary health care services available in your community. Link in the comments.

29/01/2026

Paano nga ba pinalalakas ng pamahalaan ang manpower ng health care workforce?

Alamin mula mismo kay Department of Health (Philippines)Secretary Dr. Ted Herbosa, kasama si World Health Organization Philippines Dr. Eunyoung Ko, sa episode na ito ng .

🎥 Watch the full episode on WHO’s Facebook and YouTube channels to learn more about how you can access primary health care services near you. Link in the comments.

Mapoprotektahan ng pagpapabakuna ang bata at komunidad laban sa tigdas.Ating hinihikayat ang mga magulang at tagapag-ala...
28/01/2026

Mapoprotektahan ng pagpapabakuna ang bata at komunidad laban sa tigdas.

Ating hinihikayat ang mga magulang at tagapag-alaga na pabakunahan ang mga bata laban sa tigdas, lalo na ngayong isinasagawa ang Department of Health (Philippines) sa buong Mindanao.

✔️ Ligtas at epektibo ang mga bakuna kontra tigdas
👶 Para ito sa mga batang edad 6–59 buwang gulang (wala pang 5 taong gulang)
💉 Maaaring pabakunahan ang mga bata kahit dati nang nabakunahan o hindi pa

Dalhin ang inyong mga chikiting sa mga itinalagang vaccination site sa inyong lugar upang maprotektahan ang bata at ang buong komunidad.

📢 Episode 2 is out!Ano ang pinagkaiba ng BUCAS center at health center? Anu-ano ang mga serbisyong ibinibigay sa pamamag...
28/01/2026

📢 Episode 2 is out!

Ano ang pinagkaiba ng BUCAS center at health center? Anu-ano ang mga serbisyong ibinibigay sa pamamagitan ng PuroKalusugan? Paano pinapalakas ang manpower ng ating health care workers?

Hear it from DOH Secretary Dr. Ted Herbosa, WHO Representative Dr. Eunyoung Ko, and medical specialist Dr. Cyrus Tejam in this episode of Lahat Sagot, where they explain how primary health care services are being brought closer to Filipino communities.

🎥 Watch now on Facebook or Youtube. Link in the comments!

27/01/2026

Department of Health (Philippines) Secretary Dr. Ted Herbosa , World Health Organization Philippines Representative Dr. Eunyoung Ko, and St. Anthony Mother and Child Hospital medical specialist Dr. Cyrus Tejam explain how primary health care works in the Philippines and how Filipinos can access essential services close to their communities.

This episode of covers the role of health centers, BUCAS (Bagong Urgent Care and Ambulatory Services), PuroKalusugan, and the Doctor to the Barrios program in bringing medical care closer to people, especially in far-flung and underserved areas.

Learn how these programs support consultations, basic treatment, preventive care, and community-based health services, and how the government is strengthening the health workforce to ensure accessible, quality care for all.

📢 CALL FOR PROPOSALSWorld Health Organization (WHO) Philippines is seeking an institutional partner to provide Technical...
27/01/2026

📢 CALL FOR PROPOSALS

World Health Organization (WHO) Philippines is seeking an institutional partner to provide Technical Assistance for the implementation and scale-up of the FRESAAR digital tool for Adolescent Health under JPARAP, with continued work in Eastern Visayas and support for national expansion.

🔗 Full details and submission guidelines: https://zurl.co/NORj7
📅 Deadline: 06 February 2026

Interested institutions are encouraged to apply.

Protect your baby from measles with 2 doses of measles vaccine. 1️⃣ In countries where measles is common it is vital to...
27/01/2026

Protect your baby from measles with 2 doses of measles vaccine.

1️⃣ In countries where measles is common it is vital to give the first dose around 9 months of age, in other countries at 12-15 months of age.
2️⃣ Give the second dose later in childhood to ensure for full protection.

⏰ Remember: Infants can be vaccinated around 6 months of age if there is an outbreak or before travel to endemic countries.

26/01/2026

Sinu-sino ang qualified at paano makapag-avail ng mga benepisyo ng Philippine Health Insurance Corporation YAKAP program?

Sa first episode ng , sinagot ng mga health experts ang mga tanong tungkol sa programang ito at iba pang mga libreng health services sa Pilipinas.

🎥 Catch the full episode on Facebook and YouTube. Links are in the comments.

🦷 Almost half of the world's population suffer from oral diseases.✅ The good news is, oral diseases can be prevented an...
25/01/2026

🦷 Almost half of the world's population suffer from oral diseases.

✅ The good news is, oral diseases can be prevented and treated in their early stages.

Protect your oral health:
🪥 Brush twice daily with fluoride toothpaste
🥗 Eat a well-balanced diet, low in sugars
💧 Drink water instead of sugary drinks
🚭 Quit smoking
🚫 Avoid alcohol consumption
⛑️ Wear protective gear during sports and while riding bikes or motorcycles to prevent facial injuries

Good oral health is essential in our daily lives, it contributes to our overall health and well-being, and gives us confidence in interacting with others.

❤️‍🩹Your mouth does a lot for you. Give it the care it deserves!

Learn more about oral health ➡️ https://zurl.co/DLVdx

Have you ever wondered what happens when you stop smoking? 🤔
24/01/2026

Have you ever wondered what happens when you stop smoking? 🤔

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