Holiday gridlock builds up along General Luna Street in Iloilo City as vehicles crawl bumper-to-bumper, reflecting the mounting traffic pressure on one of the city’s busiest thoroughfares amid peak travel hours. PN PHOTO

DOH-6 flags holiday road risks, launches ‘BiyaHealthy’ safety drive

ILOILO City — With holiday travel expected to surge in the days leading to Christmas and New Year, the Department of Health (DOH) Region...
A health practitioner transfers the Covid-19 vaccine from a vial to the syringe. The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices makes recommendations on the use of vaccinations in the United States. GETTY IMAGES

Iloilo City Gov’t taps behavioral science to close gaps in child vaccination

ILOILO City – Confronted with persistent gaps in childhood immunization despite adequate vaccine supply and health workers, the Iloilo City Government has partnered with...
The Jaro Metropolitan Cathedral is illuminated with Christmas lights as churchgoers arrive for Simbang Gabi during the Advent season a few Christmases back, reflecting the long-standing Ilonggo tradition of Masses in preparation for the celebration of Christmas. PN FILE PHOTO

‘SIMBANG GABI’ STARTS: Churches boost security, stress reverence, proper attire for dawn, evening masses

ILOILO — As thousands of Ilonggos start flocking to churches for the start of the traditional Simbang Gabi, the Archdiocese of Jaro has stepped...

DNA evidence leads police to grandfather of victim in Lambunao child rape-slay

ILOILO — Police have filed a case of rape with homicide against a 72-year-old grandfather after DNA evidence identified him as the suspect in...
PEOPLE-CENTERED PROGRESS: STRONGER SERVICES. For 2026, Mayor Raisa S. Treñas is committed to expanding health and social services, boosting inclusive economic growth, improving community welfare, and strengthening climate resilience, ensuring that the city’s development remains firmly centered on people and long-term progress.

ILOILO CITY RISES TO ACTION: Early gains fuel Mayor Raisa’s 2026 people-first agenda

ILOILO City – With a string of accomplishments and national and international recognitions, the Iloilo City Government under Mayor Raisa S. Treñas is strengthening...
The ongoing construction of an esplanade or road in Barangay Funda-Dalipe, San Jose, Antique is under scrutiny. According to Amlig Antique Alliance, preliminary findings reveal risks to critical habitats, thereby warranting immediate intervention. PHOTO COURTESY OF AMLIG ANTIQUE ALLIANCE

Antique RTC halts Funda-Dalipe esplanade, cites urgent threat to environment, fisherfolk

SAN JOSE, Antique — The Regional Trial Court (RTC) here has ordered the immediate suspension of construction activities at the controversial Funda-Dalipe esplanade after...
To mark 100 years of Alpha Phi Omega Philippines, a Centennial Oblation Run will be held this December 16, 2025 at the University of the Philippines Iloilo City Campus.

A CENTURY OF COURAGE AND SERVICE: APO Kappa Gamma to hold Centennial Oblation Run...

ILOILO City — One of the country’s boldest and most iconic student-led traditions returns to Panay Island as the Alpha Phi Omega (APO) Kappa...
Cong. Janette Garin of Iloilo’s 1st District was the Secretary of the Department of Health in 2016 when the administration of then President Benigno Simeon “Noynoy” Aquino III kicked off its anti-dengue vaccination program using the Dengvaxia vaccine.

ANTI-DYNASTY BILL: Public pressure makes reform unavoidable – Cong. Garin

ILOILO – The Garin clan is throwing full support behind the Anti-Political Dynasty Bill filed by House Speaker Faustino “Bodjie” Dy III and Majority...

Iloilo adopts ‘zero tolerance’ policy on violence vs women

ILOILO — The Iloilo provincial government has adopted a firm “zero tolerance” stance against all forms of violence against women, with Gov. Arthur Defensor...
The Department of Health earlier reported that it logged a total of 6,457 influenza-like illnesses cases nationwide from September 28 to October 11. It noted that the figure was lower than the 10,740 cases recorded during the previous two-week period from September 14 to September 27. PHILIPPINE DAILY INQUIRER

DOH warns of possible spike in influenza-like illnesses

ILOILO — With holiday parties, reunions, and large public events set to intensify in the coming days, health authorities in Western Visayas are urging...