Ebola is deadly. But its own biology keeps it from spreading globally. Here is what the science says about why containment works, and what the 2026 DRC-Uganda outbreak actually signals.
Fatty liver disease is not only a problem for people who are overweight. A growing body of research shows that normal-weight Filipinos can develop the condition silently, with no obvious symptoms and no warning on the scale.
Can a Phone Save a Mother’s Life? What the Global Evidence Actually Shows May 18, 2026 Can a Phone Save a Mother’s Life? What the Global Evidence Actually Shows In the Philippines, a significant proportion of mothers miss at least one recommended maternal care visit. Geography, cost, long queues, and lack of information all get […]
After 14 years of research and global advocacy, PCOS is now officially called PMOS. Experts say the new name better explains the condition beyond ovarian cysts.
Antimicrobial resistance or AMR is becoming a growing global health concern as bacteria and other microbes evolve resistance to medicines. Experts warn that misuse of antibiotics in healthcare, agriculture, and food systems may accelerate the rise of dangerous superbugs.
Research from Stockholm University suggests human eggs are not passive during fertilization. Instead, eggs release chemical signals that may attract some sperm more strongly than others, adding a new layer of complexity to human reproduction.
A readable explanation of hantavirus including how it spreads symptoms real cases and how to stay safe based on verified health sources
PhilHealth Now Covers Up to PHP 1.4 Million for Breast Cancer Treatment May 1, 2026 Breast cancer is the most common cancer among Filipino women. It is also one of the most expensive to treat. For years, the gap between what treatment actually costs and what PhilHealth covered was wide enough that many patients abandoned […]
The Philippine College of Chest Physicians has formally warned the public against unregistered "lung support" supplements, citing no scientific evidence of therapeutic benefit and significant risks including heavy metal contamination. APMARGIN examines the data.
Being employed and contributing to PhilHealth is supposed to mean protection. A 2025 nationwide study found that 64 percent of Filipino families still cannot pay a P10,000 hospital bill without borrowing. APMARGIN traces the structural gap behind that number.