Proposed allocation reaches ₱3.75 billion to provide up to ₱150,000 each for 25,000 patients.
PhilHealth’s planned health proxy option could give patients more control over who makes decisions when they cannot speak for themselves.
Agency warns current funding may not remain sustainable without higher government subsidies.
A total of 14,921 Filipinos died from heart disease in the first two months of 2026 as access to cardiac care remains uneven across the country.
The influencer stands by her estimate of 1,920 parcels in an eight-hour shift under her ₱1-per-parcel scheme.
Makati Chemotherapy Center brings cancer care closer to residents, with chemotherapy sessions covered by PhilHealth.
Juan Flavier’s legacy made public health feel human.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has appointed Dr. Beverly Lorraine C. Ho as the new president and chief executive officer of the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth).
Patients and clinics alike are encountering rollout challenges.
Mental health advocates encourage people to explore lower-cost options when available.
