DOH brought free medical consultations, vision screening and eyeglasses to Mamanwa communities in Samar during National Indigenous Peoples Month, with partner agencies providing additional social services.
• Tacloban City promoted women and children’s shelter services on March 17, aiming to raise awareness of abuse support systems and encourage reporting.
• Eastern Visayas’ PHP2.5B regional cancer center in Tacloban City will be completed by 2026—two years early. It features advanced radiotherapy, enabling earlier cancer treatment for better recovery.
• Former Senate President Chiz Escudero urged heightened surveillance and inter-agency coordination to prevent the Nipah virus from entering the Philippines, stressing the need for effective preparedness and response systems.
DOH Brings Free Healthcare to Mamanwa Communities in Samar 
Tacloban Expands Awareness on Women and Children’s Protection 
Eastern Visayas Ramps Up Cancer Care in Tacloban 
Eastern Visayas’ Health Efforts Highlighted as Escudero Urges Stronger Vigilance