Chiz: New DOH leadership could stabilize UHC rollout

Sen. Francis “Chiz” Escudero on Monday welcomed Malacañang’s appointment of a new Health Secretary, saying the Palace’s action helps resolve the leadership issues that have recently hounded the Department of Health (DOH) and threatened to disrupt the implementation of Universal Health Care (UHC).

EcoWaste Coalition appeals to the public to heed DOH’s warning against Mercury use to counter ‘kulam’ or ‘barang’

The toxics watchdog group EcoWaste Coalition commended the Department of Health (DOH) for issuing a public health advisory warning citizens against the harmful effects of using mercury as an antidote against witchcraft.  The group appealed to those engaged in this cultural practice to heed the advice of the DOH for their own health and safety.