The Philippines Today, Yesterday, and Tomorrow
How much is measles vaccine in the Philippines? Measles vaccine in the Philippines cost more or less one thousand three hundred pesos (P1,300). Measles is a highly contagious disease and is one of the leading causes of death among young children. But vaccines work to protect your children from measles. The measles vaccine … Read more
Save Money On Your Meralco Bill. Is your Meralco Bill going up each month? You can save some money on your electric bill by doing simple things. Did you know that plugged chargers (cellphone, tablet, laptop) and appliances continue to use electricity even when not in use? Here are 5 things you … Read more
Protect yourself from foodborne illnesses. The Department of Health (DOH) recommends adherence to the World Health Organization’s Five Keys to Safer Food in the fight against foodborne diseases like salmonella and listeriosis. These diseases can be deadly especially to children. Health care in the Philippines is getting expensive every year. Protecting yourself from diseases will … Read more
RA 11037, the law which provides free meals at public schools has been passed. This is aligned to President Duterte’s earlier vow to provide a “comfortable life” for all Filipinos. RA 11037 is also known as Masustansyang Pagkain Para Sa Batang Pilipino Act. Sen. Bam Aquino, lauds the passage of the law. The law will … Read more
International Plastic Bag Free Day 2018 was celebrated in the Philippines on July 3, 2018. The Philippines’ Department of Natural Resources (DENR) advises households to segregate their trash given that a large amount of garbage comes from them. Individuals can do their part by bringing reusable bags like bayong or canvass bags when … Read more