Proposed specialty hospital for seniors nears Senate approvalPatients infected with dengue rest at a hospital ward in Manila on Feb. 19, 2025. MANILA, Philippines — A bill seeking to establish a tertiary hospital for geriatric medicine is closer to becoming law. “Our seniors deserve dignified and comprehensive care that responds to the realities of aging,” Villar said. Under the proposal, the facility will serve as the lead institution for geriatric medicine, including patient care, research and training for health care professionals. Villar said the measure, once enacted, would help improve seniors’ access to specialized medical attention while reducing hospitalization-related costs for families.

Source: Philippine Star January 13, 2026 16:36 UTC