PhilHealth, PSA forge partnership on data sharing
The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) and the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) have recently formalized a joint undertaking on data sharing of death information records.
The partnership agreement will help PhilHealth fulfill its mandate of maintaining an accurate database of members in aid of expanding its benefit packages and improving service delivery while minimizing if not eradicating fraud in claims reimbursements all at the same time.
Under the agreement, PhilHealth shall provide PSA with electronic lists of identified members and their dependents which would then be matched with the latter’s death records. The PSA will also develop a matching program called Decentralized Vital Statistics to validate the lists to be submitted by PhilHealth.
In his message at the start of the virtual signing ceremony, PhilHealth President and Chief Executive Officer Atty. Dante A. Gierran said that the “data sharing agreement also translates to data integrity that would further help PhilHealth to remain steadfast and committed to its vision: “Bawat Filipino, Miyembro, Bawat Miyembro, Protektado, Kalusugan ng Lahat, Segurado.”
Undersecretary of National Statistician and Civil Registrar General Dr. Claire Dennis S. Mapa declared, “We have been engaging in data sharing agreement with several agencies as the demand for accurate information increases. Despite the continuing challenges and constraints of the pandemic, we can still work together to improve the accuracy in our system, and extend our capacity to promote honest and integrity in public service.”
To ensure the confidentiality of data, both agencies have committed to strictly abide by the provisions of Republic Act No. 10173 or the Data Privacy Act of 2012.
Vista Residences brings All Day, Coffee Project to
ready-for-occupancy properties
Vista Residences understands the basic needs of its existing and future homeowners especially during challenging times like this, so it has installed All Day convenience store and Coffee Project in all its ready-for-occupancy buildings.
All Day is a fast-growing “neighborhood store” chain offering a broad selection of grocery products, first-aid needs, fast-food meals, even services like bills payment for major utilities and service providers.
Coffee Project remains as one of the most Instagrammable coffee shops in the country even during a pandemic. It also offers food delivery.
Vista Residences is the condominium arm of the country’s largest homebuilder, Vista Land & Lifescapes, Inc. that offers ready for occupancy and pre selling condominium projects in Manila, Makati, Mandaluyong, Quezon City, Ortigas, Baguio, Cebu, and CDO that are strategically located within inner-city areas, in close proximity to premium universities and developed business districts.
FresyDerm clinic partners remain open despite pandemic
AJ Research & Pharma (AJRP) and their partner clinics continue to serve their skin care patients in this time of the pandemic.
AJRP’s commitment to their partner clinics is to give everyone a safe and reliable place to receive patient care. They have been regularly distributing PPEs and other protective gears to ensure the safety of all patients. They quickly adapted to the new realities of a COVID-19 stricken world and all these at a time when lockdowns and travel bans are restricting the movement of medical staff and delivery of supplies.
Despite the threat, AJRP continues to stand true to their mission of being the skincare provider that can be relied upon while FrezyDerm being the skincare brand that can be trusted for all skin types.
Guided by the internationally- respected experts and recommendations from the IATF (Inter-Agency Task Force), AJRP and their partner clinics are taking several steps in addition to their standard rigorous infection control measures. Continuous contact tracing, regular disinfection and sanitation after every patient care are strictly implemented.
CEB supports Green Lane implementation
Cebu Pacific welcomes the decision of Cauayan City, Isabela to no longer require an RT-PCR test for fully-vaccinated travelers.
Passengers are considered fully-vaccinated at least 14 days after having received the second dose in a two-dose series, or at least 14 days after having received a single-dose vaccine.
In its Executive Order No. 53 — 2021, Cauayan City stated that this is effective while the city is under general community quarantine (GCQ). The order adopted the latest resolution on green lanes for inbound travelers as approved by the Inter-Agency Task Force for the management of emerging infectious diseases effective July 1, 2021. A fully-vaccinated traveler must carry his vaccination card at all times as proof of his vaccination status.
CEB is the only airline operating flights between Manila and Cauayan. It currently operates 3x weekly, every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.
MPIF launches Puhunang Pangkabuhayan Project
Metro Pacific Investments Foundation (MPIF) launched the first leg of its Puhunang Pangkabuhayan Project in coastal community partner sites in Batangas and Puerto Galera, donating bicycles, pocket Wi-Fis, and sewing machines for the establishment of alternative livelihood programs amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Last June 24, the Foundation distributed 10 bicycles, 10 Smart Pocket Wi-Fis, and five sewing machines to chosen individuals, from 10 barangays in Batangas. Beneficiaries ranged from fishermen and fish vendors to construction workers and resort staff.
On June 25, MPIF distributed 10 bicycles and 13 Smart pocket Wi-Fi units to the Municipality of Puerto Galera in a turnover ceremony.
As a joint agreement of the barangays, the pocket wi-fi units will be stationed in their barangay halls to be shared by their local students taking online classes or completing modules. Their Sangguniang Kabataan members will take charge of monitoring the devices and the LGU will also sustain the usage of these units by purchasing the load cards for monthly use.
In the succeeding legs of the Puhunang Pangkabuhayan program, MPIF will distribute the same livelihood tools to its partner communities in Alaminos, Pangasinan; Del Carmen, Siargao; Medina, Misamis Oriental, and Marinduque.
The program will also sustain an independent coffee business in Davao City, supporting Kapeweñoz Coffee by providing viral coffee barista John Rey “Biboy” Plaza with his very own mobile coffee cart.
PLDT enterprise, PayMaya webinars for MSMEs
PLDT Enterprise and PayMaya are spearheading the support to help MSMEs with a series of weekly webinars under the e-Commerce programs of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI).
Conducted in partnership with JCI Manila, the #UNBREAKABLETuesdays online learning sessions under the DTI’s Isang Linggong e-Commerce Program provide MSMEs with key insights straight from industry leaders. Topics cover insights on how technology can help grow their business and new business opportunities to help augment their revenues. Participants also get first-hand access to the latest digital solutions, payment technologies, and business-in-a-box tools from PLDT Enterprise and PayMaya.
PLDT Enterprise and PayMaya are strong supporters of the DTI’s various programs. Aside from the #UNBREAKABLETuesdays webinar series, both companies have participated in the Ctrl + Biz Reboot NOW Program for MSMEs. Since May 2020, over 1,400 MSME owners nationwide have benefitted from these online learning sessions.
Grab x WeWork Pass launched
WeWork, one of the leading global flexible space providers, is partnering with Grab, Southeast Asia’s leading superapp, to offer Grab x WeWork Pass, a one-month free access1 and discounted membership of up to 25 percent of selected Grab for Business clients.
With the Grab x WeWork Pass, Grab for Business clients will be able to access WeWork’s locations across Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam and the Philippines, where they can enjoy fully equipped workspaces, conference rooms, and meeting rooms.
Beyond workspaces, Grab x WeWork members will also gain access to a network of business services to help them grow, reduced capital expenses and business-class amenities to enhance their work experience with WeWork.
To provide members with comfort and peace of mind as they make a progressive return to work, WeWork locations have also implemented enhanced safety and sanitization measures that align with local health guidelines to prioritize the health and safety of our members.
Globe-DepEd webinars on resilience
Resilience is the ability to bounce back from misery or hardships, and Filipinos have been lauded as a resilient nation in the face of crisis and adversity.
This valuable trait was the main focus of the sixth edition of Globe and the Department of Education’s (DepEd) webinar series, TAYO Naman! (Tulong, Alaga, Yakap at Oras para sa mga Tagapagtaguyod ng Edukasyon) titled “Resilience Through Positive Psychology – Emerging and Keeping Up with Adversities.”
Dr. Carolina Uno-Rayco, national executive director of the Philippine Mental Health Association, discussed how educators can cultivate resilience in themselves and also tackled the different factors that can affect their mental health during the pandemic.
She highlighted the role of using Positive Psychology in developing resilience. She explained that positive psychology is the study of happiness and optimal functioning and it helps individuals, communities, and societies thrive and flourish.
The second half of the session featured panelists from the Schools Division Office of Nueva Ecija.
TAYO Naman! is an online Mental Health and Psychosocial Support program designed to help teachers, non-teaching personnel, and parents learn about self-care, wellness, and resilience.
The webinars will be held every Friday until August 20.
