Here are the causes, symptoms, and ways to prevent measles MEASLES – This is a disease also known as rubeola and it is a highly contagious infection caused by a virus. A time comes that there is an outbreak due to certain factors. Although there is already a vaccination for this, mothers should still understand … Read more
Ano Ang Tigdas Hangin & Mga Sintomas Nito TIGDAS HANGIN – Narito ang ipinagkaiba nito sa tigdas at ang mga sintomas ng sakit na ito na karamihan ay mga bata ang pasyente. Kadalasan, ang tigdas at ang tigdas hangin ay itinuturing na iisang sakit. Subalit, hindi sila parehas. Ang una ay tumutukoy sa “measles” habang … Read more
WHO Says Philippines Now The 3rd Highest In Measles PHILIPPINES – The World Health Organization (WHO) states that Philippines is now the third highest in numbers of cases in measles. According to Inquirer, infants and toddlers are heavily affected by the spread of false information on vaccines followed by the controversy about Dengvaxia as the … Read more
The Number Of Measles Cases In Cordillera Have Increased With A Huge Rate MEASLES CASES – During the early months of this year, the Department Of Health (DOH) already recorded a 1,481 percent increase in Measles Cases in Cordillera Region. Back in February this year, a measles outbreak occurred in some areas in the country. … Read more
Update on Cases of Measles in PH as of February 12, 2019 MEASLES – Here is an update on the cases of measles in the Philippines as of February 12, 2019 (Tuesday). Recently, an outbreak of measles was declared in several areas and regions in the Philippines. The said places include Cagayan Valley, Bicol region, … Read more
DOH Studies Possibility of Mandatory Immunization for Kids in PH MANDATORY IMMUNIZATION – The mandatory vaccination for the kids in the Philippines may be implemented. The Department of Health (DOH) was alarmed by the number of children who have not gone through vaccinations although basic immunization is free in public hospitals and health centers. It … Read more
Public Hospitals, Health Centers Offer Free Immunization to Children Age 5 & Below FREE IMMUNIZATION – Public hospitals and health centers offer free basic immunization to children who are age five(5) years old below. Currently, one of the alarming public concerns is the outbreak of measles in several areas in the Philippines. The Department of … Read more
Statement of Forensic Pathologist Dr. Raquel Fortun On Vaccination Issue Resurfaces Forensic Pathologist Dr. Raquel Fortun recalled her previous statement on the vaccination issue in the Philippines. Undeniably, one of the top talks in the Philippines now is about the vaccination issue. The controversy on the Dengvaxia vaccine, which was administered under the term of … Read more
Here is an update on the Measles outbreak death toll as of February 8 February 8, 2018 – Reports stated this number of death toll due to the measles outbreak in Metro Manila and several parts of the Philippines. Department of Health declared Measles Outbreak on February 7, 2019, in NCR and Central Luzon and … Read more
Patients Suffering from Measles Fill Manila Hospital MANILA HOSPITAL – San Lazaro Hospital in Manila is now filled with patients who are suffering from measles. Currently, several regions in the Philippines are declared under measles outbreak. The declaration covers Cagayan Valley, Central Luzon, Bicol Region, CALABARZON, and MIMAROPA. Measles is a viral infection and can … Read more