Private sector access to treatment sought amid rising youth HIV cases
Alarmed by the rising cases of human immunodeficiency virus among the country’s younger individuals, Health Secretary Ted Herbosa is pushing to make antiretroviral drugs available in the private sector......»»
Septage treatment plant eyed for operation in Q3
AN OFFICIAL from the Davao City Water District (DCWD) revealed that the water district is planning to operationalize its Septage Management Program (SMP) treatment plant by the third quarter of 2024......»»
India s $1 pill could be key to curing cancer - report
Researchers at the TATA Institute have developed a medicine that could prevent the recurrence of cancer and reduce the side effects of treatment by 50% The TATA Institute in Mumbai has developed a pill that could prevent the recurrence of cancer and reduce the side effects of treatment by 50%, the Economic Tim.....»»
Tax Notes: BIR clarifies tax treatment of interest on borrowings
Tax Notes: BIR clarifies tax treatment of interest on borrowings.....»»
Breakthrough treatment improves cancer survival rate
With the introduction of a breakthrough treatment, there is now an improved overall survival rate for those suffering from biliary tract cancer,according to cancer experts......»»
Water Treatment Demo
Personnel from the Metro Manila Development Authority demonstrate the use of water treatment equipment to ensure potable water supply for displaced residents taking shelter at the compound of the Immaculate Conception Quasi Parish in Barangay Elizalde in Maco, Davao de Oro on Sunday (11 February 2024). MindaNews photo by GREGORIO BUENO.....»»
Tax Notes: BIR clarifies treatment, conversion of foreign currency transactions
Tax Notes: BIR clarifies treatment, conversion of foreign currency transactions.....»»
DOH to review stem cell treatment guidelines
The Department of Health will soon review and update the existing guidelines for stem cell treatment......»»
Private firms urged to tap EWA services
The private sector is urged to tap earned wage access services to reduce financial stress among Filipinos who often run low in cash as they await the next paycheck......»»
Analysts paint rosier economic picture for 2024
The country’s strong economic growth is likely to be sustained this year on the back of rising exports and robust private consumption, according to the Department of Trade and Industry as well as private banks......»»
With clean balance-sheet Indian Banking sector has enough opportunity for growth: K V Kamath
New Delhi [India], May 17 (ANI): India's banking sector is ready and fit to support the growth of India in the coming years highlights KV Kamath, Chairman, National Bank for Financing InfrastructureDevelopment in an interview with ANI. He also pointed out that after the government has solved the problems of NPA (Non-Performing Asset) in India and India's banking sector has come out of the twin balance sheet problem so now.....»»
Loans to agriculture sector ‘quadrupled’ in 2023
The banking sector’s loan disbursements to the agriculture sector quadrupled last year after the government widened the number of projects considered as compliant with the 25 percent requirement, a member of the central bank’s Monetary Board said......»»
Government announces agriculture delegations to better support Primary sector
The coalition Government has announced ministerial delegations to support key areas across the Primary sector to deliver for New Zealand's food and fibre sector, Agriculture Minister Todd McClay announced today."I will be supported in my roles as Minister of Agriculture, Trade, Forestry and Hunting and Fishing, by three Associate Agriculture Ministers, Nicola Grigg (National), Andrew Hoggard (ACT), and Mark Patt.....»»
DTI allows manufacturers to downsize certain goods to offset rising costs
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) announced on Wednesday that manufacturers of essential goods can maintain profitability amid rising production costs by reducing product sizes or weights, instead of increasing prices. Trade Assistant Secretary Amanda Marie Nograles explained during the televised Bangon Pilipinas briefing that the DTI permitted this adjustment for.....»»
Workers air alarm over rising terrorist financing cases
Aside from continuing human rights violations, the Center for Trade Union and Human Rights (CTUHR) is alarmed over increasing terrorist financing cases being filed against labor leaders......»»
Pertussis cases still rising in Philippines– DOH
Pertussis cases are still on an upward trend after data showed more than 1,500 infections were recorded as of April 13, the Department of He.....»»
Pertussis cases up in Quezon, Negros Occidental
Rising cases of pertussis or ”whooping cough” have been recorded in Quezon province and Negros Occidental......»»
Masking, lockdown not needed for rising pertussis cases – DOH
Despite the alarming increase in pertussis cases in the country, an official of the Department of Health said there is no need for a lockdown or mandatory wearing of face masks......»»
Marcos sees internet access for all via fiber backbone project
The government is ramping up efforts to provide internet access for all Filipinos amid its importance in trade and communication, President Marcos said on Friday......»»
Brunei public sector to join Concepcion-led Philippines-ASEAN food security alliance
The Brunei private sector will formally join the ASEAN Food Security Alliance (AFSA) with the signing of an MOU between the ASEAN Business Advisory Council Philippines and ASEAN BAC Brunei this May 29 in Jerudong, Brunei Darussalam......»»
Private sector collaborates with government for climate action
The private sector has expressed its commitment and readiness to fund sustainability projects to support the country’s climate goals......»»