1Life, Inc. Brings FREE Lab Tests to 23 Sites Nationwide Through Partnership with Singapore Diagnostics

26 May 2026, Philippines –  Philippine healthtech social enterprise 1Life Inc. has partnered with Singapore Diagnostics (SGD), the country's first College of American Pathologists (CAP)-accredited diagnostic facility, to expand access to free preventive laboratory services for Filipinos. 1Life patients enrolled in PhilHealth's Yaman ng Kalusugan Program (YAKAP) can receive nine covered diagnostic tests at no cost across 23 participating SGD branches spanning Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.

1Life President Niño Namoco, Laboratory Partnerships and Compliance Head Allister Adam Oraña, SGD President Ritche Joseph Manuel Evidente, and COO Norely Gil formalized the partnership through the signing of a memorandum of agreement at SGD's office in Robinsons Cyber Omega, Ortigas, Pasig City.

YAKAP is PhilHealth's flagship preventive healthcare program, focused on early diagnosis and timely intervention to prevent disease progression and hospitalization among all PhilHealth members and their dependents, regardless of age. As an accredited PhilHealth YAKAP provider, 1Life Inc. delivers these preventive benefits, with its partnership with Singapore Diagnostics enabling patients to access required laboratory tests at no expense.

The covered tests include a complete blood count (CBC), lipid profile, fasting blood sugar, oral glucose tolerance test, HbA1C, urinalysis, fecalysis, fecal occult blood test, and creatinine test, which physicians commonly rely on to detect diabetes, kidney disease, and cardiovascular conditions in their early stages.

Available branches span key urban centers across the country. In Metro Manila, locations include Makati, Las Piñas, Marikina, Parañaque, Pasay, San Juan, Diliman in Quezon City, and two Pasig branches at Robinsons Cyber Omega and Strata. In Luzon, the network extends to Angeles City and San Fernando City in Pampanga, Dagupan City and Urdaneta in Pangasinan, Baguio City in Benguet, and Tarlac City. In the Visayas, branches are in the Reclamation Area in Mabolo and  Cebu City, Iloilo City and Mandurriao in Iloilo, and Bacolod in Negros Occidental. In Mindanao, patients may access services in Davao City, Davao del Sur, and General Santos City in South Cotabato.

SGD, founded in 2013, has grown to more than 60 locations nationwide and serves over 600 hospitals and clinics, with satellite laboratories in Angeles City, Cebu City, Dagupan City, Davao City, and Iloilo City, giving the partnership immediate logistical depth across the country's major regions.

The deal marks a significant expansion milestone for 1Life, which has served more than one million patients across all 81 provinces and over 1,300 cities and municipalities in just two years of operations. The company uses artificial intelligence-supported clinical workflows to compress what traditionally requires at least four patient visits into a single healthcare encounter.

1Life positions the SGD partnership as central to its preventive care strategy, arguing that access to free diagnostics is a prerequisite for early disease detection, particularly in geographically and economically underserved communities where laboratory services have historically been out of reach.

“Preventive care only works if people can actually get tested, and that has always been 1Life's mission. Partnering with trusted laboratory providers is fundamental to this, because accurate diagnoses and sound treatment decisions begin with reliable diagnostics. When a patient can receive a comprehensive laboratory workup at no cost, that goes beyond diagnosis. That is an opportunity for a healthier life," 1Life President Niño Namoco said.

1Life operates as a social enterprise with an advocacy to strengthen community-level primary healthcare in the country. The company intends to continue growing its laboratory facility network through additional partnerships beyond SGD.

To learn more about free laboratory services under the 1Life, Inc. and SGD partnership, visit 1life.ph and facebook.com/1life.ph. The 1Life Health App is available for download on Google Play and the App Store.

Can’t Breathe? Experiencing Severe Chest Pains? Bleeding Badly or Having a Stroke? Call 911

Traffic and vehicular accidents are the most common reasons why emergency calls are placed to the country’s national hotline, 911.

 

Requests for police assistance or reports about crimes and violent incidents make up the next most numerous calls.

 

Medical emergencies come next, followed by fire incidents.

 

Of these, medical emergencies are the highest priority for emergency response since they involve immediate action. Unlike other crises, cardiac arrest, severe bleeding, falls, or a stroke present irreversible threats to life. Critical intervention within minutes can prevent permanent brain damage or even death.

 

For senior citizens, especially those who live alone or have no companion during a life-threatening situation, knowing how to contact 911 can be a life saver. Seniors and their caretakers should be made aware that emergency services can be contacted with just three familiar numbers and medical, police, fire and disaster response teams across the Philippines will respond in just a matter of minutes.

 

If one experiences chest pains, difficulty in breathing, such as in an extreme asthma attack; uncontrolled bleeding, poisoning, drug overdose, complex seizures or stroke symptoms like numb extremities, dizziness or slurred speech, 911 should be called immediately.

 

The Unified 911 Emergency Hotline is a free, 24/7 service that connects citizens directly to local responders anywhere they are in the Philippines.

 

There have already been cases of the system responding to medical emergencies and creating positive results. A 70-year-old woman in Bataan with a head concussion was promptly rushed to the nearest hospital following a 911 hotline call and was assisted by responders from the Abucay Rescue team.

 

In Sultan Kudarat, the 911 hotline provided rapid response to a call about a vehicular accident involving a mixer truck that hit a residential area. Responders rushed to the scene to bring two victims to the hospital.

 

Unified 911 helps ensure faster communication and response, leading to more lives saved and communities served.

 

However, citizens must also be reminded that not all health concerns are medical emergencies. The national 911 hotline should not be used to seek help regarding minor illnesses, common colds, low grade fevers, flu, routine prescription refills or minor cuts and sprains.

 

While waiting for help to arrive, affected parties may unlock the front door or notify a trusted neighbor to let first responders in, take prescribed medication, if directed to do so, sit down, loosen tight clothing and try to keep calm until help arrives. Even if the patient knows how to drive, he or she shouldn’t drive to the hospital.

 

“The important thing is to keep calm. The world-class unified 911 system now providing quicker emergency response, will find the exact location of the emergency call due to its state-of-the-art geolocation capabilities. Features that allow callers to send voice, text, video or live streaming content to the command center takes responders’ situational awareness to the next level,” assures Robert Llaguno, country head of NGA 911 Philippines.

 

Powered by NGA’s next generation advanced technology and complemented by PLDT’s communication infrastructure, unified 911 takes the country’s ability to respond to emergencies to unprecedented heights.

 

Urgent response to health and medical emergencies will continue to upgrade unified 911’s capabilities to better serve the Filipino people, Llaguno said.

Find Your Pace Together: PUMA Kicks Off 2026 PH Half Marathon Series and Unveils the Deviate Route in Bridgetowne

Manila, Philippines (May 25, 2026) — PUMA gathered the Philippine running community at the 2026 PUMA Philippine Half Marathon Series kickoff, unveiling the brand-new "Deviate Route" in Bridgetowne through a special 5K community run. Designed as an optimized running track, the route will be available for an entire month and is tied to an official Strava route challenge. All month long, runners can head to Bridgetowne to conquer the course at their own pace and log their miles to compete in the online challenge with the rest of the running community.

Runners from all over the city, including members of the PUMA Nitro Run Club, had the exclusive opportunity to experience the Deviate Route and lace up with the all-new Deviate NITRO™ 4. Attendees got to connect with fellow runners, share training tips, and feel the difference that elite cushioning brings to every run.

The launch of the “Deviate Route” is part of the 2026 PH Half Marathon Series kickoff event. Bringing the thrill of premier racing to more athletes across the country, the series will expand across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, hosting events in Manila, Clark, Iloilo, Cebu, Davao, and Cagayan de Oro.

Experience Responsive Bounce with the Deviate NITRO™ 4

By combining the plush, cloud-like comfort of nitrogen-injected NITROFOAM™ with the gentle, forward-propelling spring of a carbon PWRPLATE, the Deviate NITRO™ 4 (PHP 10,500) equips every run with fun, comfort, and unparalleled support. 

The silhouette is specifically engineered to reduce leg fatigue and deliver responsive energy return to your stride, making it an incredibly accessible choice for everyday joggers who want to enjoy a smoother, more energized run.

Whether you are aiming for your first Half Marathon Series or gunning for a podium spot, this event gave the community a firsthand look at how PUMA’s top-tier running shoes can elevate their race-day performance. The Deviate NITRO™ 4 provides exactly the propulsion you need to ace the race.

A Nationwide Celebration of the Running Community 

The PUMA Philippine Half Marathon Series is more than a competition—it is also a celebration of the country’s diverse landscapes, rich culture, and vibrant running community. Organized in partnership with RUNRIO, the series guarantees a world-class racing standard that challenges runners while fully immersing them in the distinct charm of each host destination. Every leg of the series promises a unique running experience. 

Hosted in six different cities, participants will conquer diverse routes ranging from mountainous terrain to scenic coastal roads and bustling urban streets:

Race Leg

Host City

Official Date

Leg 1

Iloilo

July 12, 2026

Leg 2

Davao

July 19, 2026

Leg 3

Cebu

August 2, 2026

Leg 4

Clark

August 23, 2026

Leg 5

Cagayan de Oro

September 6, 2026

Leg 6

Manila

October 11, 2026

Similar to last year’s race, runners who complete all six cities in the circuit will be rewarded with the exclusive All-City Finisher Medal. Serving as a cultural showcase, the events will also feature post-race festivities showcasing local cuisine, music, and arts, allowing runners to refuel and celebrate alongside the community.

From the First 5K to the Finish Line, We Run Together

Built for speed, comfort, and every kind of runner with PUMA Deviate Nitro™ 4

Whether squeezing in a quick morning 5K with friends or gradually building up your endurance for longer weekend distances, the right footwear ensures every step feels effortless. By bringing the community together to test out the Deviate NITRO™ 4, PUMA invites every runner to set their sights on bold new fitness goals this year. 

With the support of a growing nationwide running community, a dedicated Strava route to train on, and the right shoes on your feet, conquering a half-marathon has never been more achievable.

Ready to join Philippine runners from around the country? Secure your spot at the starting line and register for the 2026 PH Half Marathon Series today. Visit PUMA Philippines’ official website and social media pages on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok to learn more.