Health groups to lawmakers: Increase PhilHealth budget, not MAIFIP funding

Rappler - Oct 6, 2026

Funding for MAIFIP — described as 'soft pork' — could double in 2027, while PhilHealth may face a significant budget gap

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Health groups to lawmakers: Increase PhilHealth budget, not MAIFIP funding

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