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BPO workers in economic zones must work on-site, says DOJ
Business process outsourcing firms (BPOs) within special economic zones that adopt work-from-home (WFH) arrangements for their employees are no longer entitled to tax incentives, according to the Department of Justice (DOJ). In a legal opinion dated Jan. 3, Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla contradicted the position taken by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI),.....»»
Puerto Rico Declares Public Health Emergency as Dengue Cases Surge
Puerto Rico Declares Public Health Emergency as Dengue Cases Surge The Puerto Rico Secretary of Health, Carlos Mellado, has declared a public health emergency due.....»»
Supporting health care providers through Lawson Health Research Institute
Improving health outcomes for people at risk of substance-related harms and overdose March 25, 2024 | London, Ontario | Health Canada Canada is facing an unrelenting and tragic toxic illegal drug and overdose crisis. No community has been left untouched. The impacts are seen and felt among our friends, family and neighbours. That's why the Government of Canada is leveraging all the tools a.....»»
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,.....»»
DOH assures uninterrupted healthcare despite potential water, power woes
“We are ready for El Niño. Our hospitals will stay up and running despite anticipated power and water challenges. There are contingency plans in place,” Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa said. .....»»
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, […].....»»
Waste workers’ health, welfare bill filed
Garbage collectors stand to benefit from a measure that aims to provide medical and financial assistance to waste workers......»»
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......»»
DBM: P30 billion released for 2023 allowances of HCWs
The Department of Budget and Management last year released P30.1 billion in emergency allowances for health care and non-health care workers nationwide......»»
In Asia Pacific, rise in public debt is hurting women’s access to social services
Regular check ups, particularly those related to reproductive health, are not covered by the free services provided by village health centers, as per the Philippine law on universal health care. Fabella wishes that the government can allocate more funds for the basic services but this has not improved over the years. The post In Asia Pacific, rise in public debt is hurting women’s access to social services appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Unilab Center for Health Policy launched to help bridge healthcare system gaps in Philippines
Unilab Foundation (ULF) launched the Unilab Center for Health Policy (UCHP), a venue for stakeholders to examine health policy issues......»»
‘DOH has P40 billion excess funds that can fund senior health care’
As the House of Representatives tries to find ways to improve the measly allocation for the health care of senior citizens, it turns out that the Department of Health has “excess funds” to support such a program......»»
Unilab launches hub for health policy issues
Unilab Foundation recently launched the Unilab Center for Health Policy to serve as a venue for stakeholders to examine health policy issues.....»»