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  DOH Health Advisory on Influenza Influenza or flu is transmitted by droplets that enter the body through the nose or mouth. It can likewise pass from the hand to the nose or mouth by touching contaminated objects. It is characterized by cold-like symptoms plus body and headaches.   Symptoms: Symptoms of Influenza, which can … Read more

  DOH Advisory on Dengue (DOH CHD-Bicol) Dengue fever and dengue hemorrhagic fever are acute viral infections that affect infants, young children, and adults.   Cause Bite of an Aedes aegypti mosquito infected with any one of the four dengue viruses.   Mode of Transmission Transmitted by a day-biting mosquito called Aedes aegypti and Aedes … Read more

DOH Health Advisory on Leptospirosis Humans usually acquire leptospirosis when they get in contact with water or soil that has been contaminated with the urine of an infected animal. What are the symptoms of Leptospirosis? High Fever Headache Muscle aches especially of the calf Abdominal pain Nausea and vomiting Red eyes and chills In its … Read more

No Balance Billing Policy Philhealth What is no balance billing policy of Philhealth? No balance billing policy of Philhealth simply means that no other fees or expenses shall be charged or paid for by the indigent patients above and beyond the packaged rates during their confinement period. Members of Philhealth covered by the no balance … Read more

  The following are the DOH List of Recommendations to Prevent the Spread of Viruses: Practice frequent hand washing with soap and water Eat nutritious food rich in vitamins A, C, D, E, and Zinc Drink a lot of water or fruit juices Avoid crowded places Stay away and cover mouth and nose when coughing … Read more