MANILA (September 22) – On Saturday, the Department of Health (DOH) hailed President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s decision to return PHP60 billion in surplus funds to the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation. DOH Secretary Teodoro Herbosa described the action in a press statement as an important step toward strengthening the country's Universal Health Care (UHC) … [Read more...] about Return of P60-B to PhilHealth is critical to Universal Health Care – DOH
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Davao IPs’ Cardava bananas to conquer global market
DAVAO CITY (September 22) – Communities of Indigenous Peoples (IP) who grow Cardava bananas have created a link to the world market according to the Department of Agriculture (DA). In August, See's International Food Manufacturing Corporation purchased 1,593 kg of Cardava bananas from the Ata Paquibato Tribal Association (APATA), according to the DA-Davao Region … [Read more...] about Davao IPs’ Cardava bananas to conquer global market
Campaign for BARMM polls continues
MANILA (September 22) — The BARMM campaign and election periods are still in place, the Commission on Elections explained, notwithstanding the Supreme Court's order temporarily stopping the execution of a legislation rearranging the parliamentary districts of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao. The Comelec stated it followed its Law Department's proposal … [Read more...] about Campaign for BARMM polls continues
Senior citizens’ national commission moved to DSWD
MANILA (September 22) —President Marcos has relocated the National Commission of Senior Citizens (NCSC) to the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) in order to strengthen older policies and initiatives. "A strong organizational link between the NCSC and DSWD must be established to further strengthen policies and programs for senior citizens, with the goal of … [Read more...] about Senior citizens’ national commission moved to DSWD
DCPO lauds peaceful conclusion of Davao City Prayer Rally
DAVAO CITY (September 22) – The Davao City Police Office (DCPO), led by Acting City Director PCOL Mannan Caracas Muarip, reported the peaceful and orderly conclusion of the Davao City Prayer Rally, which drew thousands of participants. The event ended without any untoward incidents or arrests. DCPO expressed its gratitude to attendees and organizers for their cooperation, … [Read more...] about DCPO lauds peaceful conclusion of Davao City Prayer Rally
