In a major victory for Filipino healthcare, Cong. Wilbert “Manoy” T. Lee has successfully secured a commitment from the Department of Health (DOH) and PhilHealth to expand coverage for life-threatening diseases. By the end of 2024, PhilHealth will cover at least 80% of treatments for cancer and heart diseases, a monumental achievement in the fight for accessible healthcare.
For millions of Filipinos battling these illnesses, this move brings hope. The financial burden associated with diseases like cancer and heart disease can be overwhelming, but the new PhilHealth benefits will help ease this burden.
Lee has long advocated for comprehensive healthcare reform. Earlier this year, he successfully pushed for an increase in PhilHealth benefits by 30%, which took effect in February. His continued efforts have secured strong commitment from the DOH to provide free diagnostic tests, including MRI, PET, and CT scans, under the PhilHealth umbrella, ensuring that essential services are available to those in need.
Reflecting on this achievement, Lee reiterated his commitment to accessible healthcare: “Illness shouldn’t cost livelihoods. Para sa buhay at kabuhayan ng bawat Pilipino, hindi ko ito tatantanan.”
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