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31/08/2026

Today, we honor both the heroes of our history and the everyday Filipinos who continue to serve, lead, and create positive change in our communities.

May they remind us that meaningful change is built through service, evidence, and collective action.

𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘆! 🇵🇭

18/08/2026

Gathering local evidence to inform more equitable health systems. In April 2026, metaHealth conducted field data collection across Zamboanga City and Zamboanga del Norte, including Dipolog City and President Manuel A. Roxas Municipality.

The team carried out key informant interviews, costing interviews, and an inequality aversion survey with health offices, hospitals, and health centers to generate evidence that can support the study.

The data collection was made possible through the support of the Department of Health Zamboanga Peninsula Center for Health Development (DOH-ZPCHD), Zamboanga City Health Office, Zamboanga del Norte Provincial Health Office, Dipolog City Health Office, and Roxas Municipal Health Office, together with participating health facilities.

The study is being conducted by metaHealth and is supported through the inaugural grant of the St. Luke’s Medical Center Health Equity and Research Foundation (HERE Foundation).

02/07/2026

The ISPOR Philippines Conference 2026, themed “Health Technology Assessment and Beyond: Navigating Government Access to Health Technologies Toward Universal Health Care”, brought together policymakers, researchers, healthcare professionals, patient representatives, industry leaders, and development partners to discuss pathways toward more equitable, efficient, and sustainable healthcare in the Philippines.

Over two days, participants explored the role of Health Technology Assessment (HTA), Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR), health financing, evidence generation, and multi-stakeholder collaboration in supporting the country's Universal Health Care agenda.

The conference served as a platform for meaningful dialogue, knowledge sharing, and collaboration among stakeholders committed to improving access to medicines, health technologies, and quality healthcare for all Filipinos.

We thank all our speakers, moderators, partners, sponsors, and participants for contributing to the success of this event.

metaHealth Insights and Innovations, Inc. was honored to serve as the Chapter Secretariat of ISPOR Philippines and support the successful conduct of the conference.

25/06/2026

12/05/2026

12/05/2026

Happening today!

06/05/2026

𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐬

Marvin Ignacio, Senior Consultant at MetaHealth, co-authored a study published in Acta Medica Philippina examining emergency care processes within a tertiary hospital setting in the Philippines.

The research provides key insights into the delivery of timely antibiotic therapy for patients with sepsis—highlighting the importance of coordinated, system-driven clinical responses to improve patient outcomes.
This publication underscores the value of evidence-based strategies in strengthening healthcare systems and advancing quality of care.

🔗 Read the full article here:
https://actamedicaphilippina.upm.edu.ph/index.php/acta/article/view/13081

01/05/2026

On this Labor Day, we celebrate the dedication, resilience, and hard work of every Filipino worker. Your effort builds our communities and drives the nation forward with strength and dignity.

24/04/2026

𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐇𝐈𝐕 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐌𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐆𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

Zypher Jude G. Regencia, Senior Consultant at MetaHealth, together with fellow researchers, has published a study in Discover Public Health examining HIV perceptions and the educational value of Battle in the Blood—a mobile health game developed to promote HIV awareness. The study forms part of his UNSW Sydney Kirby Institute CHART Program Fellowship for HIV.
The research explores how gamified learning can shape awareness, attitudes, and reflection on HIV among key populations in the Philippines, highlighting the role of interactive digital tools in public health education.

Key insights from the study:
• Mobile games can strengthen HIV education and awareness
• Gamification helps foster empathy toward people living with HIV (PLHIV)
• Interactive formats improve engagement and inclusivity in health messaging
• Digital interventions can help reduce stigma and expand outreach
This work underscores the growing potential of user-centered, technology-driven approaches in advancing HIV education and supporting more inclusive public health strategies.

Learn more: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12982-026-01866-6

17/04/2026

📢 New Publication Alert!

A study under the HIV Gaming, Engaging, and Testing (HIV GET) project, supported by the UK–Philippines Newton Agham Fund through DOST-PCHRD and the UK Medical Research Council, is now published in Discover Public Health via Springer Nature.

Developed through the CHART Program as part of Dr. Zypher Jude G. Regencia’s training, the study presents findings on HIV awareness and stigma reduction among key populations in the Philippines. It is part of the broader Battle in the Blood (BitB) project led by Dr. Emmanuel S. Baja of the Institute of Clinical Epidemiology at the National Institutes of Health, University of the Philippines Manila.

🔗 Read the full study: bit.ly/HERDIN_BitBMobileGame