DBM Releases Over P1.85B Additional Funds for PGH
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DBM Releases Over P1.85B Additional Funds for PGH

The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) announced the release of an additional P1.855 billion for the Philippine General Hospital (PGH). The funds are designated for supporting medical services and advancing the Zero Balance Billing (ZBB) initiative, aiming to alleviate healthcare costs for Filipinos.

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