Healthcare in Singapore Shifts Towards Preventive Care
July 11, 2023
Singapore is moving towards a healthcare strategy that focuses on providing preventive solutions in a
Singapore is moving towards a healthcare strategy that focuses on providing preventive solutions in a
In a bid to attract additional investment, The Department of Health (DOH) in the Philippines
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Dr. Silverose Ann Bacolcol, Head of Manila Doctors’ Hospital Infection Prevention and Control Office, shared that “Most of the COVID-19 cases we see now are mild to moderate infections and can be managed at home. However, patients who have risk factors for disease progression, such as the elderly, those with co-morbid conditions, and are immunocompromised, need close monitoring and may have to be admitted.”
Dr Bacolcol strongly advised to receive a booster shot. She stated, “people should still receive their booster shots for COVID-19 because the threat of COVID-19 infection still exists and will continue to stay. The US CDC and Philippine DOH recommend the COVID-19 booster to prevent serious illness, hospitalisation, and death due to COVID-19.” About 23 million Filipinos have received a booster shot.
In conclusion, Herbosa’s advocacy epitomises a concerted effort to ensure accessibility and equity in healthcare access for all Filipinos. The DOH strives to catalyse a paradigm shift towards preventive care and bolster health outcomes nationwide. This is exhibited by advocating for the integration of essential preventive screenings into PhilHealth’s benefit packages and simplifying access for vulnerable populations such as PWDs. Guaranteeing that preventive screenings are readily accessible and financially feasible for all segments of society remains paramount to alleviating disease burden and propelling public health advancements in the Philippines. Herbosa’s initiatives underscore an unwavering commitment to realising universal health coverage and advancing health equity for every Filipino, irrespective of circumstance or background.
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