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What type of healthcare facility primarily handles basic health promotion and early disease diagnosis?
What type of healthcare facility primarily handles basic health promotion and early disease diagnosis?
Which of the following is an example of a tertiary healthcare facility?
Which of the following is an example of a tertiary healthcare facility?
What is the primary funding model for private healthcare providers?
What is the primary funding model for private healthcare providers?
What is a common service offered by tertiary healthcare institutions?
What is a common service offered by tertiary healthcare institutions?
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Which type of healthcare facility serves as a referral center for primary healthcare?
Which type of healthcare facility serves as a referral center for primary healthcare?
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What role does PhilHealth play in the healthcare system?
What role does PhilHealth play in the healthcare system?
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What is one of the characteristics of private healthcare providers?
What is one of the characteristics of private healthcare providers?
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What is the average number of beds per hospital in the NCR?
What is the average number of beds per hospital in the NCR?
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What is the approximate number of beds per 10,000 people in the Visayas?
What is the approximate number of beds per 10,000 people in the Visayas?
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What major law was enacted in 2019 to improve healthcare access in the Philippines?
What major law was enacted in 2019 to improve healthcare access in the Philippines?
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Which region has the lowest average number of beds per hospital in the Philippines?
Which region has the lowest average number of beds per hospital in the Philippines?
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What is a significant factor driving healthcare workers from the Philippines to migrate?
What is a significant factor driving healthcare workers from the Philippines to migrate?
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What could be a potential solution to address the brain drain of healthcare workers in the Philippines?
What could be a potential solution to address the brain drain of healthcare workers in the Philippines?
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What key issue remains critical in the Philippine healthcare system despite improved access?
What key issue remains critical in the Philippine healthcare system despite improved access?
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What is the primary reason for the migration of healthcare workers from the Philippines?
What is the primary reason for the migration of healthcare workers from the Philippines?
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What is the number of beds per 10,000 people in the NCR?
What is the number of beds per 10,000 people in the NCR?
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How many healthcare workers are reported to be short in the Philippines?
How many healthcare workers are reported to be short in the Philippines?
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What percentage of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) were employed in Europe?
What percentage of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) were employed in Europe?
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What is a significant consequence of the migration of healthcare workers?
What is a significant consequence of the migration of healthcare workers?
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How many rural health units are functioning in the Philippines?
How many rural health units are functioning in the Philippines?
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What type of program is the Human Resources for Health Deployment Program?
What type of program is the Human Resources for Health Deployment Program?
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What kind of health issues were reported among nurses working long shifts?
What kind of health issues were reported among nurses working long shifts?
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What is the goal of Return Service Agreements (RSA)?
What is the goal of Return Service Agreements (RSA)?
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What is a significant consequence of the high patient-to-healthcare worker ratio in the Philippines?
What is a significant consequence of the high patient-to-healthcare worker ratio in the Philippines?
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Which of the following is suggested as a solution to reduce healthcare worker burnout?
Which of the following is suggested as a solution to reduce healthcare worker burnout?
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What role can government partnerships play in addressing healthcare challenges?
What role can government partnerships play in addressing healthcare challenges?
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In terms of career advancement, what do healthcare workers in the Philippines seek?
In terms of career advancement, what do healthcare workers in the Philippines seek?
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How can the government assist healthcare professionals in managing work-life balance?
How can the government assist healthcare professionals in managing work-life balance?
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What key factor is necessary for addressing healthcare migration in the Philippines?
What key factor is necessary for addressing healthcare migration in the Philippines?
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What should be prioritized to improve the effectiveness of healthcare workers?
What should be prioritized to improve the effectiveness of healthcare workers?
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What can negatively impact the mental and physical health of healthcare workers?
What can negatively impact the mental and physical health of healthcare workers?
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What is one of the significant issues addressed regarding the distribution of healthcare professionals in the Philippines?
What is one of the significant issues addressed regarding the distribution of healthcare professionals in the Philippines?
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What level of healthcare corresponds to Rural Health Units (RHUs) in the Philippines?
What level of healthcare corresponds to Rural Health Units (RHUs) in the Philippines?
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Which organization is known for establishing quality standards for health stations in the Philippines?
Which organization is known for establishing quality standards for health stations in the Philippines?
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What is the primary objective of Senate Bill No. 1100 in the Philippines?
What is the primary objective of Senate Bill No. 1100 in the Philippines?
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What is a key focus of the HRH retention policy brief?
What is a key focus of the HRH retention policy brief?
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Study Notes
Philippine Healthcare System
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Public Healthcare Facilities:
- Secondary: Provincial and District Hospitals, offer advanced care like inpatient services, minor surgeries, and diagnostics.
- Tertiary: Philippine General Hospital (PGH) and Lung Center of the Philippines, provide specialized treatments, major surgeries, and complex medical care.
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PhilHealth:
- Provides insurance coverage for a wide range of medical services.
- Implemented the Universal Health Care (UHC) Act in 2019, making all Filipinos automatic members with access to healthcare without significant costs.
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Private Healthcare Facilities:
- Predominantly for-profit and nonprofit health providers.
- Market-oriented, paid through user fees.
- Regulated by the Department of Health (DOH) and PhilHealth through licensure and accreditation procedures.
- Provides medical tourism, particularly for aesthetic and dental procedures.
- Includes clinics, infirmaries, laboratories, hospitals, drug manufacturers and distributors, drugstores, medical supply companies, health insurance companies, research institutions, and academics.
Levels of Healthcare
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Primary:
- Basic level of healthcare.
- Focuses on health promotion, early disease diagnosis, and prevention.
- The first point of contact between individuals and the healthcare system.
- Examples: Rural Health Units (RHUs), Barangay Health Stations (BHSs), Puericulture Centers, clinics in large industrial firms, private practitioners.
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Secondary:
- Moderately specialized equipment and laboratories.
- Offers minor surgeries and acts as a referral center for primary healthcare.
- Examples: Emergency Hospitals, District Hospitals, Provincial Hospitals.
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Tertiary:
- Highly specialized healthcare with advanced equipment and facilities.
- Provides complex medical care, major surgeries and specialized treatments.
- Examples: Philippine General Hospital, Lung Center of the Philippines.
Workforce Challenges
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Healthcare Worker Shortage:
- The Philippines faces a shortage of 190,000 healthcare workers.
- The shortage is partially attributed to healthcare worker migration due to:
- Poor working conditions
- Low wages
- Limited benefits
- Brain Drain: The migration results in increased workload and working hours for remaining healthcare workers.
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Uneven Distribution of Health Facilities:
- 66% of hospitals are located in Luzon, with the National Capital Region (NCR) having the largest hospitals.
- Other regions have smaller hospitals, with an average of 58 beds in Luzon outside the NCR, 91 beds in the Visayas, and 75 beds in Mindanao.
- This distribution disparity is reflected in the number of beds per 10,000 people, with 23 beds in the NCR and 7.8 to 8.3 beds in other regions.
Government and Private Initiatives
- Human Resources for Health Deployment Program: Deploys health professionals (doctors, nurses, midwives) to underserved areas and addresses staffing shortages.
- Return Service Agreements (RSA): Government-funded healthcare scholarship recipients are required to serve in public health roles after graduation.
Addressing Brain Drain
- Competitive Salary Packages and Benefits: Match global standards and compensate workers for risks they face.
- Improved Staffing Levels: Allocate a larger budget for hiring healthcare workers, to avoid burnout and create a positive work environment.
- Opportunities for Professional Development: Offer research opportunities and medical training to advance their careers.
- Work-Life Balance Policies: Implement policies that support healthcare workers' wellbeing and encourage them to stay in their home country.
- Long-Term Investment: Improve the education and training of healthcare professionals and enhance healthcare system infrastructure.
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Explore the structure of the Philippine healthcare system, including public and private healthcare facilities, PhilHealth insurance coverage, and the impact of the Universal Health Care Act. This quiz will test your knowledge on the various healthcare options available in the Philippines and regulatory bodies involved.
