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.
The 2023 National Nutrition Survey shows 23.6% of Filipino children under five are stunted. What happens in the first 1,000 days of life cannot be undone. APMARGIN examines what the data reveals about hunger, nutrition, and the cost of getting this wrong.
Family planning in the Philippines has long been framed as a women's concern. The data confirms it. Nearly 95% of contraceptives used in the country are for women. Men account for just 5% of the mix. This is not simply a cultural problem. It is a systems problem and programs are only beginning to address it.
AI errors in health programs are not limited to hallucinations. Real-world use shows six common failure patterns that can quietly affect decisions and outcomes.
Mental health services in the Philippines are expanding, but access still depends on location and awareness. This updated guide verifies active hotlines, free LGU services, PhilHealth benefits, and real access gaps.
Teenage pregnancy is declining among older teens but rising among younger girls. Here is what the latest data shows.