AS WIDESPREAD flooding due to monsoon rains continues to impact many parts of the country, the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) assured the public that it covers hospitalization due to dengue and leptospirosis, two of the most common conditions affecting Filipinos during the rainy season.
PhilHealth’s enhanced benefit packages now stand at P19,500 and P47,000 for moderate and severe dengue, respectively; while coverage for leptospirosis has been improved to P21,450.
These enhancements are in line with President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr.’s directive to make healthcare benefits not only within one’s reach, but more importantly, truly felt by all Filipinos.
âKung tinamaan ng dengue o leptospirosis sa kabila ng pag-iingat, magpunta na po kayo agad sa malapit na PhilHealth-accredited health facility para kayo ay magamot. Huwag na po kayong mag agam-agam dahil sagot ng PhilHealth ang malaking bahagi ng inyong gastos sa pagpapagamot,â assured PhilHealth President and CEO Dr. Edwin M. Mercado
PhilHealth also reminded the public to prioritize personal safety during the rainy season. To avoid waterborne diseases and prevent leptospirosis infection, the public is strongly advised to avoid wading or playing in floodwaters, wash hands before eating and after using the restroom, and drink clean water. It is also necessary to ensure that food is clean and properly cooked. To avoid dengue, authorities advise to keep the surroundings clean and use mosquito nets or insect repellent to avoid dengue-carrying mosquitoes./PN
