DAVAO CITY --- The Philippine Liver Research Network (PLRN) is taking significant steps toward strengthening partnerships among its member institutions, focusing on collaboration and innovation in addressing the country’s growing burden of liver diseases. During its inaugural meeting on August 19, 2024, the PLRN prioritized network-building as its key initiative, … [Read more...] about Philippine liver research network strengthens partnerships to advance liver health esearch
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Davao City adds more rescue vehicles, emergency response equipment
DAVAO CITY --- The City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (CDRRMO) has strengthened its capacity to address unexpected flooding, particularly during the rainy season. Retired Police Colonel Alfredo Baloran, head of the CDRRMO, shared during the I-Speak session on Thursday that their responders have been on alert since the onset of La Niña, as localized … [Read more...] about Davao City adds more rescue vehicles, emergency response equipment
SSS urges members to update their contact information; implements SMS-OTP in the My.SSS Portal
DAVAO CITY ---The Social Security System (SSS) today called on its members to immediately update their contact information, especially their mobile numbers as the state-run pension fund implemented Multi-Factor Authentication schemes during logins to the My.SSS Portal. SSS Officer-in-Charge Voltaire P. Agas said that SSS took a proactive step by incorporating an … [Read more...] about SSS urges members to update their contact information; implements SMS-OTP in the My.SSS Portal
Marcos approves laws to establish and upgrade hospitals nationwide
DAVAO CITY – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has signed into law four new measures aimed at establishing and upgrading hospitals across the Philippines, improving healthcare access and capacity in key regions. The Official Gazette published copies of these newly signed laws, which were also shared on social media on Wednesday. The laws were signed on November 8. Among … [Read more...] about Marcos approves laws to establish and upgrade hospitals nationwide
16 News Media to Kick-off WAN-IFRA’s AI Accelerator Programme in Asia-Pacific
SINGAPORE -- WAN-IFRA, the World Association of News Publishers, announced the 16 news media brands selected to participate in the APAC Newsroom AI Catalyst program, sponsored by OpenAI. This intensive accelerator program is designed to empower newsrooms in the Asia-Pacific region with artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities. The first cohort will begin with a two-day … [Read more...] about 16 News Media to Kick-off WAN-IFRA’s AI Accelerator Programme in Asia-Pacific
