Health workers grapple with understaffing, poor protection
Jao Clumia of the AHW said, the prolonged delay in receiving these benefits affects the morale and service of healthcare workers. They feel disheartened, leading to the exodus of frontline workers. The post Health workers grapple with understaffing, poor protection appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Health targets will deliver better outcomes for New Zealanders
The coalition Government's commitment to five key health targets will drive better outcomes for all New Zealanders, in the concluding announcement to its 100 day plan.Health Minister Dr Shane Reti announced the targets in Whangrei, saying they represented a vigorous new direction in health from a Government determined to deliver for all New Zealanders. "These five.....»»
DOH eyes inclusion of oral health package in Universal Health Care services
DOH eyes inclusion of oral health package in Universal Health Care services.....»»
SM Foundation enhances patient experience at Airforce Hospital, Baguio Health Center
A staunch believer in the positive impact of health and wellness, the social good arm of the SM group upgrades health facilities in the country. Two of its recent endeavors were at the Air Force City Hospital (AFCH) in Clark and the Lucban Health Center (LHC) in Baguio......»»
Oral health and mental health are more connected than you think
A new report has found that oral health is indirectly connected to the mental well-being of older adults. A study by a team at Okayama University Hospital found that “good oral health may lower the risk of several diseases.” The results of the study conducted by the team of Okayama University Hospital senior associate professor Noriko Takeuchi,.....»»
PDIC studying increase in bank deposit protection limit
The Philippine Deposit Insurance Corp said that it is conducting a study to determine if the current protection limit of P500,000 should be increased along with the introduction of other measures to “instill market discipline”......»»
Millennials banked on to spur HMO recovery
The Generation Y, colloquially known as the millennials, is expected to help prop up the health maintenance organization sector into recovery as health protection tops their priority list......»»
Group seeks suspension of PhilHealth premium hike
With the financial difficulties that workers continue to face, the labor group Federation of Free Workers is seeking suspension of the increase in premiums for the Philippine Health Insurance Corp. or PhilHealth this year......»»
Government workers call for regularization, wage hike
Public employees have decried the extended employment of job order and contract service workers in government, saying that it prolonged the exploitation of contractual workers......»»
Saudi Arabia: Migrant Workers Long Overdue Wages at Risk
(Beirut) - Representatives of two construction companies in Saudi Arabia announced recently that migrant workers will get their long overdue unpaid wages, but gaps in the repayment scheme puts the payments at risk, Human Rights Watch said today.Saudi authorities should ensure all former workers of these companies receive the full amount they.....»»
Saudi Arabia: Migrant Workers Long Overdue Wages at Risk
(Beirut) - Representatives of two construction companies in Saudi Arabia announced recently that migrant workers will get their long overdue unpaid wages, but gaps in the repayment scheme puts the payments at risk, Human Rights Watch said today.Saudi authorities should ensure all former workers of these companies receive the full amount they.....»»
Lawmaker proposes gradual 3-year wage hike for private workers
A lawmaker on Wednesday proposed gradually increasing the minimum daily wage for private sector workers by P100 over three years. Manila Rep. Joel Chua believes this approach would be manageable for businesses still recovering from the pandemic. He emphasized the importance of balancing the interests of workers and businesses while implementing the wage hike. A.....»»
More Infra Needed as BPO Workers Rises to 1.7 Million Workers by End of 2023
The business process outsourcing in the Philippines employed a total of 1.7 million workers and generated revenues worth at least 35 billion USD at the end of 2023, according to a report. But for the local industry not to get left behind by other countries, stakeholders want continued investment in infrastructure, real estate, reliable internet, […].....»»
CHR welcomes UN protection reso for LGBTQIA+ community
CHR welcomes UN protection reso for LGBTQIA+ community.....»»
Navy assures protection of Filipino fishermen in WPS
Navy assures protection of Filipino fishermen in WPS.....»»
Groups call Marcos ‘super body’ for rights protection ‘superfluous,’ ‘window-dress’
Groups call Marcos ‘super body’ for rights protection ‘superfluous,’ ‘window-dress’.....»»
SSS pushes for social security protection of seafarers
SSS pushes for social security protection of seafarers.....»»
Catchwall and slope protection built leading to Bangon Falls
The catchwall has a length of 224.8 meters with a height of 4.2 meters as well as a slope protection that spans 78.90 meters with a height of six (6) meters......»»
Philippines, France partner for IP protection, capacity building
The Philippines has partnered with France to undertake activities to promote intellectual property protection and for capacity building, according to the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines......»»
Oceana PH marks a decade of ocean protection wins
Oceana PH marks a decade of ocean protection wins.....»»
CSWDO boosts Child Protection Desk for Davraa athletes
AN OFFICIAL from the Davao City Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWDO) said that they reinforced their Child Protection Desk (CPD) to provide better support and attention to Davao Region Athletic Association (Davraa) athletes......»»