World Mental Health Week Bulletin 2025

High heat index levels are expected to continue during the dry season. As temperatures rise, health risks increase - from fatigue and cramps to heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

The Philippine Department of Health (DOH) has addressed concerns about the so-called “super flu”, an influenza A(H3N2) subclade K variant, in recent briefings and statements. DOH emphasizes that the situation in the Philippines is not alarming and does not pose a serious health threat or indicate an outbreak.

Based on the Department of Health (DOH) Philippines campaign, here are 12 healthy habits that individuals can adopt in 2026—one per month to make it easier to follow and turn into lifelong practices. Actionable steps are included for each habit to help anyone get started.