Breast cancer remains one of the most treatable forms of cancer when diagnosed early. Yet in the Philippines, it continues to be the leading cancer among women, with the country recording the highest number of breast cancer-related deaths in Asia. Read more »
The province of Antique is facing a concerning surge in adolescent pregnancies, with nearly 500 cases documented in just the first half of 2025. Read more »
Despite the passage of a national law prohibiting child marriage, the practice continues to persist in parts of the Bangsamoro region, primarily due to poverty, cultural traditions, and weak enforcement of the law. Read more »
The goal of the proposed Senate Bill 1979, also known as the "Prevention of Adolescent Pregnancy" legislation, is to develop a nationwide program to address the concerning number of adolescent pregnancies, some of which occur in children as young as ten. Read more »
In a significant stride towards enhancing adolescent health and reducing teenage pregnancies, the United Nations and the Korean International Cooperation Agency (Koica) have inaugurated two mobile health facilities in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines. Read more »
In a significant step towards enhancing healthcare services, SM Foundation, led by Executive Director for Health and Medical Programs Connie Angeles, joined hands with Baguio City officials, Mayor Benjamin Magalong, and City Health Officer Cecilia Brillantes, to unveil a state-of-the-art health facility. The P2.7-million modernized health center is poised to make a substantial impact, catering to the health needs of residents in 26 barangays covered by the Lucban Health Center. Read more »
