Iligan public hospital opens cancer treatment facility for children

Inquirer.net - Nov 13, 2026

ILIGAN CITY — Children with cancer in Iligan City can now receive free treatment closer to home following the opening of a pediatric oncology unit at the local government-run Gregorio T. Lluch Memorial Hospital (GTLMH) on Thursday, Nov. 12. The Iligan City Information Office said the new facility was established to address the difficulties faced

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MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Risa Hontiveros on Friday welcomed the issuance of an extradition warrant of arrest against Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) leader Apollo Quiboloy, saying he could no longer evade accountability now. According to the senator, the said the development was good news for victims who have long been waiting for justice, urging

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Sandiganbayan acquits ex-Albay gov of indirect bribery over jueteng

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Chinese sprinter Chen Yujie faces challenge to beat new Olympic qualification times

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