EDITORIAL - A doctor’s tragedy
The death initially went unnoticed, but now that the tragic fate that befell one of the country’s top orthopedic surgeons has come to light, perhaps it can lead to positive changes.
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Gaza’s main hospital goes dark in intense fighting as Israel’s attacks put it at odds with allies
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israel’s prime minister pushed back Saturday against calls from Western allies to do more to protect Palestinian civilians, as troops encircled Gaza’s largest hospital where doctors said five patients died, including a premature baby, after the last generator ran out of fuel.
Advocating for cancer survivorship: Conversations close to the heart (Part 2)
Cancer is a formidable adversary, one that affects countless lives worldwide, and the Philippines is no exception. In our previous column, we underscored the critical importance of advocating for cancer survivorship, particularly in a country where a staggering 27,000 new cases are reported each year.
Gaza's health system 'on its knees,' WHO chief warns
UNITED NATIONS, United States — The health care system in the Gaza Strip is "on its knees," the head of the World Health Organization warned Friday, noting that half of the territory's 36 hospitals are no longer functioning.
Learning from a difficult experience
After assisting my caretaker to get serious medical attention in a government hospital, I discovered that the Philippine public health system works. It is complicated, but it works.
Taal records highest sulfur dioxide emission this year
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said Thursday that Taal Volcano, which remains under Alert Level 1, recorded its highest sulfur dioxide gas emission this year.
Peaceful polls in 63 supposedly 'flashpoint' Moro barangays
COTABATO CITY — There are 63 Bangsamoro barangays in Cotabato province in Region 12 where hostilities were expected during the October 30 elections, but none in any of those so-called “flashpoint areas” happened at all.
Sexy McDreamy: Patrick Dempsey is the 'Sexiest Man Alive' for 2023
MANILA, Philippines — "Grey's Anatomy" star Patrick Dempsey has been named by People magazine as the "Sexiest Man Alive," succeeding last year's titleholder Marvel star Chris Evans.