Health & Wellness

September 23, 2025

CPR, The Lifesaving Skill Every Filipino Needs To Know

by DitoSaPilipinas.com

Sudden cardiac arrest is one of the country’s leading silent killers, immediate intervention with cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) can double or even triple a victim’s chance of survival. To address this need, Bell-Kenz Pharma, in collaboration with the Philippine Heart Association and community partners, launched the Sagip CPR program. Read more »

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September 11, 2025

Filipinos Can Now Dial 911 For All Emergencies — DILG

by DitoSaPilipinas.com

Filipinos facing emergencies no longer need to fumble for different hotlines. The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) announced that starting Thursday, citizens can simply dial 911 for urgent help. Read more »

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August 22, 2025

From Accidents to Anxiety: PNP Expands 911 With Mental Health Helpline

by DitoSaPilipinas.com

The Philippine National Police (PNP) is set to expand the government’s 911 emergency hotline with the addition of a dedicated helpline for mental health support. Read more »

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July 28, 2025

Essential Medicine Price Freeze Takes Effect In Calamity Areas

by DitoSaPilipinas.com

A 60-day price freeze on 148 essential medicines is now in effect in areas declared under a state of calamity, the Department of Health (DOH) announced. Read more »

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June 25, 2025

DILG: Mental Health Crisis Line Via 911 Soon

by DitoSaPilipinas.com

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) announced that mental health emergency response will soon be integrated into the national 911 hotline. Read more »

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June 03, 2025

PH LGUs Boost Mpox Protocols Amid Rising Health Concerns

by DitoSaPilipinas.com

As the Philippines confronts a resurgence of mpox (monkeypox) cases, local government units (LGUs) across the nation are intensifying their efforts to contain the virus and protect public health. Read more »