Attracting a doctor to work in a smaller community today is tough as fewer physicians choose family medicine. That's why Cheryl Gnyp, the recruiter for the city of Castlegar, B.C., needs to stand out. She uses the board game Operation and specialized coffee as part of her pitch to potential …
Read More »Canada’s dental care plan begins today. Here’s what you need to know
Canada’s national dental care plan begins covering 1.7 million seniors today — the first phase of a massive public oral health-care insurance program that eventually will cover one quarter of Canadians. But many patients may still be kept waiting to get their dental visits covered. Seniors 70 and older can …
Read More »Labor groups press P150 wage hike
ORGANIZED labor groups will march today, Labor Day, to Morayta Street in Manila to dramatize their call for a P150 legislated wage increase and a dialogue with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. The labor groups, composed of trade union centers, labor federations and workers' organizations in both the private and public …
Read More »Bell-Kenz dismisses allegations of bribery
BELL-KENZ Pharma on Tuesday denied allegations that it uses a multi-level marketing scheme to sell its medicines as the Senate began its inquiry into reports that the company gives doctors luxury cars as an incentive for prescribing its medicines. The denial was offered by Bell-Kenz chief executive officer Dr. Luis …
Read More »Ortigas’ iconic hotels get revamp
The Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria and Holiday Inn Manila Galleria, two iconic hotels in Ortigas unveiled its newly-renovated rooms and enhanced guest experience. Holiday Inn Manila Galleria rooms are refreshed to provide contemporary style and soothing ambiance. Business travelers, leisure seekers, and families and friends alike can enjoy the renewed …
Read More »Cool down with beloved anime, Cinnamoroll
It may be Labor Day holiday today but there's no hope for a holiday from the heat. The Manila Times Lifestyle has a fun tip to share though on how best to cool down on this free day following a special preview from milk tea brand CoCo. Today, the popular …
Read More »The Agoncillos are frugal and proud
Judy Ann Santos and Ryan Agoncilo share why budgeting is a must in their household Despite the level of stardom Judy Ann Santos and her husband Ryan Agoncillo pull in showbiz, the way they raise their family only draws them closer to the masses. Proof is in the snippets they …
Read More »An appeal for relief should not be politicized
IN a statement on Sunday, Senate Minority Leader Aquilino Pimentel III called on the US and Japan to extend assistance to the Philippines to combat our worsening drought, but did so in the most cynical way, choosing to politicize the subject of humanitarian aid to express his personal distaste for …
Read More »Big pharma’s enticements
The great majority of doctors prioritize their patients’ needs above everything else, or so we’d like to think. Doctors are the foundation of any healthcare system across the world. They spend years studying, specializing and undergoing rigorous training before using their skills to diagnose ailments, administer treatments, and lead patients …
Read More »Distance learning, flexible workweek options ease heat wave, traffic congestion woes
The Department of Education suspended classes nationwide yesterday and today due to the latest heat index levels. A record high temperature of 36.8 degrees Celsius (101.8 degrees Fahrenheit) was experienced on Saturday, April 27, with the heat index, which takes into account humidity, reaching 45 degrees Celsius. The current heat …
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