MANILA – The Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) said it has available benefit packages designed to ease the financial burden of treating common wet season illnesses.
This, as more rains are expected since the low pressure area east of Aurora province has developed into a tropical depression on Tuesday afternoon and was named Dante, which may enhance the southwest monsoon or "habagat".
In a public advisory on Tuesday night, PhilHealth urged Filipinos to remain vigilant against W.I.L.D. diseases—water and food-borne illnesses, influenza-like illness, leptospirosis, and dengue.
These illnesses see a rise in cases during the rainy months due to flooding and prolonged exposure to contaminated water.
To support members and their families, PhilHealth offers the following coverage for hospitalizations caused by these illnesses
--Dengue (with or without warning signs)– up to PHP19,500
--Severe Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever– up to PHP47,000
--Leptospirosis (moderate to severe)– up to PHP21,450
--Hepatitis A– up to PHP11,300
--Acute Gastroenteritis– up to PHP11,700
Individuals experiencing symptoms such as fever, body aches, vomiting, or diarrhea are advised to consult a doctor immediately.
Early detection and treatment can prevent complications and reduce hospital stays, the state insurer said. (PNA)