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WHO thanks Philippines for pandemic prevention, preparedness and response
World Health Organization Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has expressed his appreciation of the Philippines’ role in the ongoing negotiations on a “WHO convention, agreement or other international instrument on pandemic prevention, preparedness and response” known as the Pandemic Treaty......»»
WHO thanks Philippines for pandemic prevention, preparedness and response
World Health Organization Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has expressed his appreciation of the Philippines’ role in the ongoing negotiations on a “WHO convention, agreement or other international instrument on pandemic prevention, preparedness and response” known as the Pandemic Treaty......»»
WHO thanks Philippines for pandemic prevention, preparedness and response
World Health Organization Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has expressed his appreciation of the Philippines’ role in the ongoing negotiations on a “WHO convention, agreement or other international instrument on pandemic prevention, preparedness and response” known as the Pandemic Treaty......»»
Building code compliance pivotal in earthquake preparedness – OCD
The Office of Civil Defense (OCD) stressed that preparedness is always the best solution in saving lives from devastating earthquakes. .....»»
Multi-hazard platform empowers Filipinos to report disasters in real-time
MapaKalamidad.ph aims to enhance disaster preparedness and response efforts in the Philippines by empowering citizens to share critical information in the face of hazards. .....»»
DILG recommends preventive suspension vs Bamban Mayor Alice Guo
he Department of the Internal and Local Government recommended a preventive suspension against controversial Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo following unanswered questions regarding her personal background and alleged illegal activities......»»
Duterte disapproves preventive suspension order vs Jubahib
FORMER President Rodrigo R. Duterte (FPRRD) expressed his disapproval of the issuance of a preventive suspension order against Davao del Norte Governor Edwin Jubahib......»»
Man-made disasters cost Philippines 164.87 mln USD in 2023
MANILA, March 26 (Xinhua) -- Man-made disasters caused the total damage in the Philippines worth 9.29 billion pesos (164.87 million U.S. dollars) in 2023, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) said Tuesday. The agency said that out of the total annual damage, 4.93 billion pesos (87.5 million dollars), or 53.1 percent, was due to the oil spill. "The reported oil spill in various regions resulted in dam.....»»
Nat’l, local agencies in San Carlos plan for disasters, emergencies
Nat’l, local agencies in San Carlos plan for disasters, emergencies.....»»
Senate reworks vetoed Bulacan ecozone bill
A Senate panel tackled yesterday a proposed measure that would “cure and address” the proposal to create the Bulacan Airport City Special Economic Zone vetoed by President Marcos on his first full day in office......»»
FACT CHECK: Ad uses AI-edited videos of Henry Omaga-Diaz, Doc Willie Ong
A video promoting a supposed cure for hypertension falsely links ABS-CBN anchor Henry Omaga-Diaz and cardiologist Dr. Willie Ong to a nutrition consultancy service firm.....»»
Keep an Eye on Your Subscriptions
Subscriptions have become an ingrained part of everyone’s lives as digitalization moves forward. From streaming services, fitness apps, to meal kits, and software that people use everyday, these recurring charges offer convenience and access to a variety of services. However, the ease of signing up often leads to a subscription creep, which no one wants. […].....»»
EDITORIAL - Doctors doing business
A public health advocate first sounded the alarm recently, saying several doctors were prescribing medicines from a pharmaceutical company in exchange for expensive gifts including luxury vehicles......»»
Simple living
Under the law prescribing norms of conduct, public officials and employees are supposed to observe “simple living.”.....»»
Ejercito files reso calling for probe into alleged doctor – pharma collusion
MANILA, Philippines — Senator JV Ejercito has filed a resolution calling for an investigation into the alleged connivance of some physicians and pharmaceutical companies in prescribing medicine. “To maintain the honor and integrity of the medical profession, Congress may initiate reforms through legislative measures to protect the best interests of doctors and their patients from.....»»
Doctors accepting gifts from drug firms may lose license – DOH
MANILA, Philippines — Doctors who have been proven to accept gifts from pharmaceutical companies in exchange for prescribing certain products may face suspension or revocation of their licenses, an official from the Department of Health (DOH) said on Tuesday. According to DOH Assistant Secretary Albert Domingo, the DOH is investigating allegations of the scheme and.....»»
‘Bubble Gang’ long-time collaborators share gag show’s secrets to success
For more than two decades, “Bubble Gang,” now spelled “BBLGANG,” has become a staple of every Kapuso’s Entertainment fare. It features, among other things, “commercial spoofs, recurring characters, and parodies on politicians,” according to its website, and remains the local tinseltown’s longest-running gag show......»»
ICT FY23 net income down 17% to US $511-M
International Container Terminal Services, the multi-national port operator owned by Enrique Razon, posted FY23 net income of $511 million, which was down 17% from FY22’s $618 million due to a “non-recurring and non-cash impairment of goodwill” related to ICT’s acquisition of Pakistan International Container Terminal, and to various other increases in expenses and liabilities......»»
Philippines urged to be earthquake-ready
The Philippine government must strictly implement preparedness measures to prevent a high earthquake death toll, according to the Office of Civil Defense......»»
‘Engineering solutions key to quake preparedness’
Office of Civil Defense administrator Ariel Nepomuceno has reiterated the importance of strengthening engineering solutions and building code compliance in preparation for earthquakes, especially the “Big One.”.....»»