November 3, 2023

From SafetyWing, remote health for your remote team

At present, the remote work is on the rise. working remotely is only now becoming mainstream. People sait It's the new normal. Remote work (also known as work from home [WFH] or telecommuting) is a type of flexible working arrangement that allows an employee to work from remote location outside of corporate offices.

Some companies and organizations settled into a work-from-home routine said, it took time as they set up systems to enable remote work. Is it better to work onsite or remotely? Working remotely exposes you to fewer distractions than you may encounter when working in the office or at another onsite location.

While having the ability to work from outside of a corporate office has been feasible. Some people extol the flexibility of their lifestyles and the benefits that they’ve seen in their professional lives because they can work remotely.

There are advantages and disadvantages of remote working for employees.
  • Teamwork and leadership can be a little bit more challenging.
  • Remote workers reported stable or increased productivity while working remotely compared to in an office,
  • On the employees' side, greater sense of comfort and better work-life balance lead to less stress.
  • Flexibility, on time and place event not just on their home.
  • Cost savings, both for the employees and company.
With employees potentially working from anywhere, companies need to be prepared to insure them everywhere. Remote workers’ insurance covers health, and accidents during the workday in their remote work.

SafetyWing offers Insurance for remote teams

SafetyWing provides travel medical and health insurance for nomads and remote companies worldwide.

Remote Health is a global health insurance to cover your employees and contractors worldwide under one plan, regardless of where they live.

Remote Health provides worldwide coverage. All are also covered while they travel. Travel can be for any reason, business or pleasure.



Health insurance for remote teams + platforms
  • A fully equipped health insurance, designed for your global workforce
  • From $80/ month, per member
  • Add your team to the same plan, regardless of location. 
  • Remote Health insurance works globally, so you can hire the best talent in the world.
  • Dynamic like your team
  • Add and remove team members at any time. Whether they are on a full-time salary, a part time contract or somewhere in between.
  • Support you can rely on
  • Your team gets dedicated 24/7 support from day one. In your time of need, you should never have to wait on hold.
  • Premium health insurance that works in every country across the world
  • 175+ countries covered as main residence.

SafetyWing is simple and flexible
  • Easy to use website
  • A simple overview of your company’s insurance details and your covered members.
  • Lower price and extra benefits as your number of members grows.
  • Customizable add-ons
  • Optional coverage for things like dental, maternity, screenings and vaccinations to ensure that you have the perfect insurance for your company.

Visit the website and you can find the most up-to-date versions of all SafetyWing insurance policies here.




DOH, Galing Pook Foundation hold 2023 Healthy Pilipinas Awards honoring exemplary contributions in health promotion


Following the continuous success of the Healthy Pilipinas campaign, the Department of Health (DOH), recognized partner organizations for their continued support and promotion of healthy lifestyles among Filipinos, through the Healthy Pilipinas Awards for Partners held on October 27, 2023 at the Philippine International Convention Center in Pasay City.

 

Co-presented with Galing Pook Foundation, the Healthy Pilipinas Awards for Partners 2023 celebrated unwavering efforts in building a healthier Philippines, across different areas including Healthy Governance, which recognizes efforts to implement policy, legislative, and research agendas promoting healthy behaviors; Healthy Settings, as determined by interventions that lead to healthy communities, learning institutions, and workplaces; Health Literacy, encompassing social and behavior change communication interventions; and lastly, Citizenship, which recognizes excellence in participatory governance, yielding a positive impacts and empowering communities.

 

Awardees in the event include National Government Agencies, development partners, private sector partners, and civil society organizations, with awards categorized according to the seven priority areas defined in the DOH Health Promotion Framework Strategy (HPFS), namely: Nutrition and Physical Activity, Environmental Health, Vaccine and Immunization, Substance Control, Mental Health, Sexual and Reproductive Health, and Violence and Injury Prevention.

 

Additionally, the criteria for determining awardees included reach, community empowerment, impact, scalability, sustainability, and innovation. Partners who scored 60% or higher in each category were awarded. Partners winning one category bagged Bronze Awards, winning two categories yielded Silver Awards, and awardees acing three categories received Gold Awards.

 

Through this ceremony, the DOH aims to strengthen collaboration with partners in implementing the HPFS by featuring initiatives that have already been implemented, and linking their proponents with Centers for Health Development and Regional Health Promotion Units for possible partnerships.

 

During the Ceremony, the Galing Pook Foundation also recognized the Citizenship Awardees and committed to facilitate the replication and scaling up of the health promotions initiatives of the Healthy Pilipinas awardees through their SPACES project supported by the Australian Government in partnership with Oxfam Pilipinas, Agrea, ISEA and PRESENT coalition. This project supports a whole of society approach in promoting health seeking behavior and improving social determinants of health.

 

“DOH has continued to work closely with its partners in creating, evaluating, and improving health promotion policies and programs in different localities, with the mission of instituting positive changes and uplifting the lives of Filipino communities. The Healthy Pilipinas Awards for Partners cements this goal and puts the spotlight on the initiatives that have been implemented by national government agencies, private sectors, development partners, and civil society organizations who have all been dedicated to adding their own colors to this dynamic fabric of promoting health for all Filipinos,” said Secretary Teodoro J. Herbosa.



To learn more about the 7 Healthy Habits, and other upcoming Healthy Pilipinas initiatives, you may visit healthypilipinas.ph.

 

November 2, 2023

HONOR opens in the all-new SM City Sto. Tomas Batangas, aims to dominate South

Much to the delight of BatangueƱos on the unveiling of the all-new SM City Sto. Tomas Batangas, the leading smart devices provider HONOR Philippines also officially welcomed shoppers to its newest Experience Store in the said mall, located at the 2/F Cyberzone.

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The newest HONOR Experience Store is in the all-new SM City Sto. Tomas Batangas and is expected to open stores in SM City DasmariƱas Cavite and SM City San Pablo Laguna.
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HONOR Philippines GTM Manager Steven Yan with Greentelcom Chief Operating Officer
Ma. Theresa Luna and HONOR Philippines Retail Sales Director Tom Yuan

“It is really an honor to unveil our newest HONOR Experience Store the same time the much-anticipated SM City Sto. Tomas Batangas opened. This is part of our promise to continuously service our HONOR fans and tech enthusiasts alike and we are very far from what we have envisioned for the country,” said HONOR Philippines Vice President Stephen Cheng.
The successful store opening was officiated by HONOR Philippines GTM Manager Steven Yan and HONOR Philippines Retail Sales Director Tom Yuan together with Greentelcom Chief Operating Officer Ma. Theresa Luna and President Edwin Luna.

The viral smartphone brand also pledged to dominate the South as Experience Stores in SM City Dasmarinas Cavite and SM City San Pablo Laguna is soon to open.

The Unstoppable Trio: HONOR X9a 5G, HONOR 90 5G, HONOR 90 Lite 5G

Who would forget the HONOR X9a 5G that catapulted the brand into virality, with its industry-leading ultra-tough OLED curved display that was put to test through various means, including smash and drop challenges. HONOR X9a 5G is still available at Php 16,990 in Titanium Silver, Emerald Green, and Midnight Black.

HONOR 90 5G, beyond its 200 MP Flagship camera performance, also has one of the most advanced high-frequency Pulse Width Modulation dimming technology at 3840 Hz, which greatly helps with lessening eye strains with long periods of phone usage. Available in three colors – Diamond Silver, Emerald Green, and Midnight Black, HONOR 90 5G is priced at Php 24,990.

Last but definitely not the least, the HONOR 90 Lite 5G – the newest HONOR iteration still packs a wide array of specs that other competitors unusually carry within the same price range. Apart from its 100 MP Camera system, which allows for ultra clear photography, this phone packs 8GB + 256GB Super Storage, and a 4500 mAh battery that can last for up to two days. HONOR 90 Lite 5G is priced at Php 12,990 and available in Cyan Lake and Midnight Black.

For more announcements, you may visit HONOR’s website www.hihonor.com or social media platforms: Facebook (Facebook.com/HonorPhilippines), Instagram (Instagram.com/honorphilippines/) and TikTok: (Tiktok.com/@honorphilippines). To check out HONOR’s complete list of retail stores, go to https://www.hihonor.com/ph/retailers/.

Shop for more than 20,000 toys, over 100 top toy brands on sale at Toy Kingdom’s Toy Warehouse Sale


Running out of ideas on what to gift your inaanaks this Christmas season? Don’t fret because Toy Kingdom is holding its Toy Warehouse Sale this week from November 2, at 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM, to November 3 to 5, at 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Happening in Megatrade Hall at SM Megamall, discounts and deals on more than 20,000 toys, over 100 top toy brands await shoppers.

Score discounts up to 70% off on selected fun toys, gadgets, and other games that youngsters or even kids-at-heart will love. First 200 customers daily with a minimum purchase of PHP10,000 can get a free amazing bag full of toys and treats from Toy Kingdom.

Looking to save up on gifts? The Toy Warehouse Sale is accepting Buy Now, Pay Later options for a minimum single receipt purchase of PHP3,000. In addition to that, Amazing Card, SMAC, and Prestige card holders can earn points at the sale.

Admission is free. Check out the event group in case you are curious about what to expect at the Toy Warehouse Sale. Get your holiday shopping done now! For more information, visit Toy Kingdom's Facebook page.


Filipino R&B star JP Bacallan drops “SeƱorita,” his debut single under Sony Music Entertainment

The sultry banger shows admiration over someone’s irresistible charm


Filipino newcomer JP Bacallan swoons over someone’s beauty on "SeƱorita,” out today via Sony Music Entertainment.

With soulful vocals sliding down effortlessly on a delicate mix of Latin-inspired grooves, acoustic guitars, and sensuous percussions, the R&B single shows JP Bacallan at his most confident, showcasing the versatility of his instrument.

The budding singer-songwriter dedicates the track to someone dear to his heart. “I want to lift her up and let her realize how precious she is to me,” says the charismatic crooner. “I personally wrote this song as my way of expressing appreciation.”

Produced by his constant collaborator Nexxfriday, “SeƱorita” projects an energy that is undeniably charming but filled with so much passion and soul. From the moment the instrumentation drops, it becomes even clearer that the song will set fire to the dancefloor and encourage every listener to join in the ecstatic fun.

“Our normal process for creating a song is that he will give me the beat, and once I feel the vibe, I will write down all my thoughts,” JP Bacallan shares.

“SeƱorita” is the official debut project of JP Bacallan under Sony Music Entertainment. Before getting signed by a major record label, Bacallan has racked up close to a hundred million views on YouTube. He has worked with some of the biggest names in Pinoy hiphop, including Gloc-9 and Pricetagg. The Pasig-based artist also made a strong impression on mainstream television as one of the contestants of Showtime’s Tawag ng Tanghalan, where he wowed the audience with his compelling singing style and sultry tone.

JP Bacallan’s "SeƱorita” is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Sony Music Entertainment.

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