Executive Secretary Ralph Recto said paying members of the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) should receive expanded benefits commensurate with the premiums they regularly contribute to the state insurer. In a radio interview, Recto said he would meet with PhilHealth officials...
The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) on Sunday, June 14, said it has reached out to the family of a deceased member and is coordinating with the hospitals involved after a viral social media post claimed that the patient was denied benefits because his confinement reportedly...
When it comes to healthcare, the one-size-fits-all philosophy doesn’t really apply. Yes, a patient may experience the same illness as others, but the treatment needed for the healing journey may vary. This process is influenced by many things—from unique health concerns and lifestyle goals to...
Ayala Healthcare Holdings Inc. is betting on the growing local appetite for Japanese consumer goods, partnering with Nagoya-based Sugi Holdings Co. to launch a new chain of wellness-focused pharmacies in the Philippines. The healthcare arm of Ayala Corp., through its retail unit AC Health Pharma...
First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos emphasized the importance of providing accessible healthcare to Filipino soldiers and their families, highlighting the deployment of 11 mobile laboratory vans for the Philippine Army. In a Facebook post on Saturday, May 23, the First Lady recognized the sacrifices...
President Marcos urged local government units (LGUs) to help strengthen public awareness of government healthcare programs, saying many Filipinos remain unaware of the assistance and benefits available to them. Speaking during the oath-taking of the newly elected national and regional officers of...
The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (Philhealth) has initiated partnerships with private hospitals as part of the agency’s expanded healthcare packages intended to reduce out-of-pocket expenses. On May 11, PhilHealth President and CEO Dr. Edwin M. Mercado inspected the newly opened...
The Private Sector Advisory Council (PSAC) Healthcare Sector has welcomed the progress of PhilHealth’s YAKAP Program and other healthcare reforms under the Marcos administration aimed at easing the financial burden of Filipino families. During the 10th meeting of the PSAC Healthcare Sector with...
The 11 leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening regional healthcare cooperation and building more resilient public health systems amid growing health and pandemic threats across Southeast Asia. In the Chair’s Statement of the 48th...
House Deputy Majority Leader Quezon City 5th district Rep. PM Vargas is calling for the urgent passage of two pet measures that are designed to curb the so-called "brain drain" in the public healthcare sector. “Filipino health workers are among the most sought-after in the world because of their...
Who takes care of the people who take care of others? At the Pasig City General Hospital (PCGH), a Healthy Workplace Program was launched to strengthen and support the health, safety, and well-being of healthcare workers who often prioritize patient care, sometimes at the expense of their own...
In time for the observance of the 84th Araw ng Kagitingan (Day of Valor) on Thursday, April 9, the Philippine Veterans Affairs Office (PVAO) called on Filipino veterans and their families to take advantage of a government-backed healthcare initiative that offers free consultations, medicines, and...
