Forced disclosure of HIV status at work unlawful, expert says

HIV TEST. A health worker draws blood from an individual for laboratory examination for Human Immunodeficiency Virus in this undated photo. The Philippine National AIDS Council on Thursday (March 19, 2026) said that no one is required to disclose their HIV status to anyone, including their employer. (PNA file photo by Joan Bondoc) MANILA – Persons living with…

Nearly P8-K TB treatment package available – PhilHealth

MANILA – A tuberculosis (TB) treatment package is covered under the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation’s (PhilHealth) benefit packages, it said Wednesday. In an advisory on Wednesday, PhilHealth said it covers the Outpatient Anti-Tuberculosis Directly Observed Treatment Short-course (TB-DOTS) package, which includes consultation, diagnostic examinations, medicines and patient education. The package is valued at PHP7,800, with PHP4,875…