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Virtual medical consultations are now available for your convenience. ♥️
23/07/2025

Virtual medical consultations are now available for your convenience. ♥️

Kung nalubog ka sa baha kahit wala kang sugat sa paa, uminom ng 2 tableta ng Doxycycline 100 mg sa loob ng 24 oras para ...
23/07/2025

Kung nalubog ka sa baha kahit wala kang sugat sa paa, uminom ng 2 tableta ng Doxycycline 100 mg sa loob ng 24 oras para pangontra sa leptospirosis. Libre ito sa mga health center.
‘Wag na tayong dumagdag sa bilang ng may lepto.

Ingat!

Because your child’s well-being matters most, you can schedule a visit online at your convenience, wherever you are, whe...
17/07/2025

Because your child’s well-being matters most, you can schedule a visit online at your convenience, wherever you are, whenever you need.

Find a schedule that works for you:

𝐂𝐘𝐂𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐈𝐒 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐋𝐓𝐇𝐘 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐒𝐇𝐎𝐔𝐋𝐃 𝐁𝐄 𝐏𝐑𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐄𝐃 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐆𝐇 𝐀𝐍 𝐄𝐍𝐀𝐁𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐄𝐍𝐕𝐈𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓—𝐃𝐎𝐇 & 𝐖𝐇𝐎The Department of Health (DOH), in p...
30/11/2024

𝐂𝐘𝐂𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐈𝐒 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐋𝐓𝐇𝐘 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐒𝐇𝐎𝐔𝐋𝐃 𝐁𝐄 𝐏𝐑𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐄𝐃 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐆𝐇 𝐀𝐍 𝐄𝐍𝐀𝐁𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐄𝐍𝐕𝐈𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓—𝐃𝐎𝐇 & 𝐖𝐇𝐎

The Department of Health (DOH), in partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO), calls on Filipinos to adopt cycling as a regular mode of transportation for its health benefits. During the National Bike to Work Day celebration earlier today, DOH urged different local governments to create a health-enabling environment that supports cycling infrastructure, road safety, and access to green spaces.

A recent survey by the Social Weather Stations (SWS) found that 36% of Filipino households in 2023 use bicycles for various activities, with one in every three households having at least one cyclist. The same survey revealed that 24% of cyclists use bicycles for essential activities like commuting to work. Furthermore, there are four bicycle owners for every car owner in the country—a trend consistent since 2020. These findings underscore cycling’s growing role as a cost-effective, environmentally friendly, and healthy alternative for transportation.

As part of the BiyaHealthy campaign, the DOH and WHO highlight the significant benefits of cycling for personal health and environmental sustainability. Cycling helps reduce carbon footprints, lower transportation costs, and improve physical and mental well-being. It is an effective way to lower the risk of lifestyle-related diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and obesity. Both organizations encourage Filipinos to adopt active transportation practices to promote better health outcomes, reduce chronic disease risks, and lower healthcare costs.

“The WHO strongly supports the promotion of active transportation such as cycling, as it contributes to both individual health and the environment. By encouraging more people to cycle to work, we not only reduce traffic congestion and air pollution but also create healthier, more resilient communities. The shift towards cycling represents an important step in building a sustainable future and promoting public health in the Philippines,” expressed WHO Representative to the Philippines, Dr. Rui Paulo De Jesus.

Under Presidential Proclamation No. 409 signed by President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr., the last working day of November each year, is officially recognized as National Bike-to-Work Day to emphasize the importance of bike-friendly environments. This includes advocating for policies for safe and protected bike lanes and the development of bike parking spaces, as well as initiatives that educate all road users about respecting cyclists as road users. Both agencies also urge employers to support cycling employees by providing bike racks, showers, and safe storage spaces, fostering a healthier workforce to honor Filipino workers who choose bicycles as their primary mode of transportation.

"Ang pagbibisikleta ay nakakabuti sa ating kalusugan, kalikasan, at kaisipan. Bukod dito, mas makakatipid rin tayo sa ating araw-araw na pamasahe. Kaya naman kaisa ang DOH sa paghikayat ng bawat lokal na pamahalaan, ahensya ng gobyerno, at mga pribadong kumpanya na gawing mas madali at ligtas ang pagbibisikleta ng mga Pilipino upang mas marami pa ang pumili ng pagbibisikleta bilang kanilang paraan ng transportasyon. Sama-sama nating isabuhay ang tema na: ‘Ride Together, Thrive Together!’ tungo sa isang mas malusog at mas masiglang hinaharap," said Health Secretary Teodoro J. Herbosa.

𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐒𝐈𝐅𝐈𝐄𝐃 𝐌𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐄𝐒 𝐕𝐒. 𝐋𝐄𝐏𝐓𝐎𝐒𝐏𝐈𝐑𝐎𝐒𝐈𝐒 𝐋𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐄𝐍𝐄𝐃 𝐃𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐇𝐒 𝐀𝐌𝐈𝐃 𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐄 𝐈𝐍 𝐂𝐀𝐒𝐄𝐒; 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐏𝐈𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐘 𝐈𝐍𝐅𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 𝐃𝐔𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐌𝐈𝐇𝐀𝐍 𝐒𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐎𝐍 𝐂...
30/11/2024

𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐒𝐈𝐅𝐈𝐄𝐃 𝐌𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐄𝐒 𝐕𝐒. 𝐋𝐄𝐏𝐓𝐎𝐒𝐏𝐈𝐑𝐎𝐒𝐈𝐒 𝐋𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐄𝐍𝐄𝐃 𝐃𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐇𝐒 𝐀𝐌𝐈𝐃 𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐄 𝐈𝐍 𝐂𝐀𝐒𝐄𝐒; 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐏𝐈𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐘 𝐈𝐍𝐅𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 𝐃𝐔𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐌𝐈𝐇𝐀𝐍 𝐒𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐎𝐍 𝐂𝐋𝐎𝐒𝐄𝐋𝐘 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐄𝐃

Noting recent weather systems in the month of October including low pressure areas and typhoons that brought heavy rains and flooding, the Department of Health (DOH) records an increase of 2.5x in the number of Leptospirosis cases nationwide from October 27 to November 9, 2024, with 594 cases reported compared to the 234 cases from October 13 to 26, 2024. A total of 7,234 cases were reported as of November 23, 2024. This is 19% higher compared to the 6,058 cases in the same period last year.

Despite the significant increase in the number of Leptospirosis cases, a lower Case Fatality Rate (CFR) of 9.12% was reported compared to the CFR of 10.83% in the same period of 2023. The continued decrease in CFR despite the rising number of Leptospirosis cases this year is attributed to improved case management, with the anticipation that typhoons could flood different areas in the country.

Ahead of the six recent typhoons, starting with typhoon Kristine, the DOH reiterated the importance of washing with soap and water once exposed to floodwaters to lower the risk of Leptospirosis. The Department also consistently stressed the value of early consultation for proper assessment and prescription of prophylaxis.

Symptoms of Leptospirosis include fever, vomiting, nausea, muscle pain, headache, and reddish eyes. In severe cases, symptoms include yellowish body discoloration, dark-colored urine, light stools, low urine output, and severe headache resulting from liver, kidney, and brain involvement.

As the Amihan season ushers in cooler breeze with some rains across the Philippines, the Department is also closely tracking respiratory infections, particularly influenza-like illnesses (ILI). As of November 23, 2024, there have been 161,555 ILI cases reported nationwide, 18% lower compared to the 196,045 cases recorded during the same period in 2023.

The public is urged to take preventive measures, including frequent handwashing, wearing masks when unwell, practicing proper cough etiquette, and seeking medical advice when symptoms arise, to help curb the spread of respiratory infections.

"Sa huling bahagi ng taon, dala ng bagyo at pagbaha ang leptospirosis, habang ang mas malamig na panahon naman ay maaaring magdulot ng flu-like diseases. Pero kayang maiwasan ang mga sakit na ito sa pamamagitan ng simpleng mga hakbang. Hugasan ang kamay at katawan gamit ang sabon at tubig, at agarang kumonsulta sa ating mga doktor at health workers kung napalusong sa baha, kahit walang nararamdaman. Kung may sintomas ng ubo’t sipon, mas magandang manatili na muna sa bahay para wag nang kumalat ito - at maghugas rin palagi ng kamay," said Health Secretary Teodoro J. Herbosa.

Maaaring maiwasan ang Leptospirosis sa pamamagitan ng tamang paghuhugas gamit ang malinis na tubig at sabon. Kailangan d...
26/10/2024

Maaaring maiwasan ang Leptospirosis sa pamamagitan ng tamang paghuhugas gamit ang malinis na tubig at sabon.

Kailangan ding agad na magpakonsulta sa doktor para matignan ang inyong risk factors na magiging basehan sa pagbibigay ng gamot.

Maging alerto at ligtas dahil Bawat Buhay mahalaga.

26/10/2024

Today is .

DYK❓ More than 20 million people are walking today who would have been paralyzed by if not for efforts to deliver vaccines to children around the🌎.

Let's continue the push to vaccinate every child. Together, we can .

Unsafe work environment, discrimination, job insecurity, and bullying are more than just workplace issues. They are risk...
26/10/2024

Unsafe work environment, discrimination, job insecurity, and bullying are more than just workplace issues. They are risks to your mental health.

Employers and policymakers must work together to address these challenges and create safe, supportive work environments.

Protect yourself and your family from mosquito bites to prevent ⬇
17/08/2024

Protect yourself and your family from mosquito bites to prevent ⬇

Imagine your medicine stops working? 💊Stressful, isn’t it?This can happen when we misuse antimicrobial medicines. Diseas...
17/08/2024

Imagine your medicine stops working? 💊
Stressful, isn’t it?

This can happen when we misuse antimicrobial medicines. Disease-causing bacteria then become resistant to drugs and the drugs stop working.

Mahalagang Paalala mula sa Kagawaran ng Kalusugan (DOH) kasunod ng tumataas na kaso ng Leptospirosis sa bansa. Ngayong p...
17/08/2024

Mahalagang Paalala mula sa Kagawaran ng Kalusugan (DOH) kasunod ng tumataas na kaso ng Leptospirosis sa bansa.

Ngayong panahon ng tag-ulan, kalimitang namamataan ang baha, maputik na daan, at pagsulpot ng mga peste mula sa kanilang mga lungga dahilan upang maglipana ang ibat-ibang sakit tulad ng Leptospirosis.

Nasa mga larawan ang mga impormasyong dapat nating malaman upang tayo ay makasigurado sa proteksyon ng pamilya laban sa Leptospirosis.

Kung ikaw ay makaransa ng mga sintomas na nabanggit matapos mapunta sa kontaminadong tubig o putik, mahalagang magpatingin agad sa doctor o pumunta sa pinakamalapit na ospital upang makakuha ng angkop na gamutan.

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