MVP beyond the boardroom
MANILA, Philippines — It is common knowledge that Mr. Manny V Pangilinan (MVP) is an excellent businessman. Google him and twenty four hours might not be enough for you to read everything you will find about him.
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MR.DIY optical mission brings clarity to CarSiGMA communities
MANILA, Philippines — Gray skies did not deter residents of Silang and General Mariano Alvarez (GMA) in Cavite from making their way to Bulihan National High School for the “Alagang Paningin, Alagang MR.DIY” Optical Mission.
FDA warns public against counterfeit pain reliever
THE Food and Drug Administration (FDA) yesterday warned the public against buying and using a counterfeit version of a popular pain reliever medicine.
Press Release - "Gusto natin marinig ano na ang mga naisakatuparan sa mga naipangako lalo na 'yung para sa mga mahihirap" -- Bong Go as he outlines his expectations for the upcoming SONA
Senator Christopher "Bong" Go articulated his expectations for the third State of the Nation Address (SONA) by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., slated for July 22. Go emphasized the importance of delivering on promises made in previous years.
Medical groups: Return unused PhilHealth funds
MANILA, Philippines — More than 35 medical groups are urging President Marcos to order the return of the full amount of the Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth)’s unused funds so it can be used for the health needs of indigents.
Medical societies demand return of PhilHealth funds
DIFFERENT medical organizations and societies yesterday called on President Marcos Jr. to order the return of the almost P90 billion funds of the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) from the national treasury after its questioned transfer earlier in the year.
Jails are hotbeds for skin, respiratory diseases – DOH
WITH congested airflow and cramped spaces, the Department of Health (DOH) yesterday said jails and other detention facilities can be deemed as hotbeds for respiratory ailments and skin diseases for Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDLs).
Inmates getting health care services – BuCor chief
CORRECTIONS Director General Gregorio Catapang Jr. yesterday assured the public that inmates in the New Bilibid Prison (NBP) and six other operating prison and penal farms nationwide are provided with health care services.
Mobile health app mWell offers PH the full healthcare services experience
MANILA, Philippines — Most Filipinos are robbed of their access to fundamental human rights, especially on basic healthcare. In the Philippines, six out of 10 people die without seeing a doctor once, or receiving any professional medical assistance. This is due to having a 1:26,000 medical practitioner to population ratio—way below the World Health Organization requirement of 10, 000.