A bill aiming to institutionalize a "Right to Care" system in the country has been filed in the House of Representatives. Under the measure, a person can choose a "health care agent" by submitting a health care proxy. This information will be reflected on their PhilHealth ID and into a Right to Care registry under the Department of Health. She emphasized that they are denied access to information and decision-making involving their loved ones' health care. San Juan City passed its own Right to Care ordinance in June 2025.

Source: Philippine Star January 18, 2026 04:09 UTC