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CONSULT HEALTH PROFESSIONALS. Dr. Jethri Cruz, a medical officer at the Department of Health, speaks about the role of professional medical consultation as artificial intelligence (AI) gains traction for health information. (DAVAO TODAY Photo/Ian Peter Guanzon)

Health official warns against using AI for medical advice

Post author:Ian Peter C. Guanzon
Post published:October 20, 2026
Post category:Headline Health
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DAVAO CITY, Philippines—Even as artificial intelligence’s speed, low cost and conversational tone make it an increasingly popular first stop for health questions, a Department of Health official is urging young…

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Pax Silica Initiative: Mindanao eyed to supply raw materials, cheap labor

Post author:DAVAO TODAY
Post published:August 31, 2026
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DAVAO CITY, Philippines—Groups warn that the Philippines will likely stay a raw materials and labor supplier rather than become a tech manufacturer—leaving Mindanao as a critical mineral source for global…

AI agents to wipe out call center industry

Post author:DAVAO TODAY
Post published:May 31, 2026
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DAVAO CITY, Philippines -- Artificial intelligence is emerging as a source of anxiety among business process outsourcing (BPO) workers, as experts warn that the technology could significantly reshape the industry.…

AI is sexist, but should schools stop using it?

Post author:REIL BENEDICT S. OBINQUE
Post published:February 1, 2023
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AI has dozens of other ethical issues beyond whether or not students must be allowed to use it or whether its usage amounts to copyright infringement. But these issues must not stop us from using it.

Health official warns against using AI for medical advice

Pax Silica Initiative: Mindanao eyed to supply raw materials, cheap labor

AI agents to wipe out call center industry

AI is sexist, but should schools stop using it?

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