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Cryptocurrency Intelligence Suite Survey Data Facebook Scan Keyword Search Engagement Keyword Channel Perforance Social Media Monitoring News Monitoring Survey Data The survey was conducted over a two-week period (May 1-10, 2023). The research team followed a comprehensive process, including instrument preparation, data gathering, result analysis, and report compilation. A total of 1,204 respondents participated in the survey, ensuring a representative sample of the population. The respondents were stratified based on regional distribution, reflecting the demographic proportions derived from the 2020 national census. Data Visualization Facebook Scan Keyword Search Engagement Keyword Channel Perforance Social Media Monitoring Tab Content News Monitoring Tab Content

Concerns and Considerations Surrounding Hiring Unlicensed Nurses

There are many aspects of society that were highlighted or emphasized over the course of the pandemic. One of those aspects—and one that was extremely crucial, especially at the height of COVID—is the situation of the healthcare system in the country. The once hidden cracks of healthcare due to other more pressing national issues have burst open, and the damages of time have come to light. Less than favorable wages, a lack of hazard pay, and less than ideal workplace environments, among other factors, have caused a number of healthcare workers to leave the country and seek better opportunities elsewhere. In place of understanding and addressing the issue of the less-than-par treatment of the workers, the proposal of utilizing unlicensed nurses was proposed. For this project, the Department of Health (DOH) has proposed to recruit unlicensed nurses in order to fill vacancies in a number of public hospitals, and those who have nearly passed the board exam may be granted temporary licenses. In a perfect world, this would be a decent proposal, as the idea behind it is logically sound. Giving nursing students an avenue to experience the field that they have yet to enter in an on-the-job training type of way. However, the Philippines is no stranger to having projects with a great concept but terrible execution. If this were to push through, it is important to be extremely meticulous about how it pushes through. A key point in pushing for this is that the students would have improved chances in passing their eventual licensure exam in the future. However, it should be emphasized that this is through learning through hands-on experience and not through the connections made while participating in this program. Issues such as overworking the students, guaranteeing the quality of work, and the overall safety of all parties involved are also points of contention that need to be thoroughly addressed before this is to come to be. Though the biggest issue in the proposal would be the granting of temporary licenses to those who scored between 70 percent and 74.9 percent in the board exam. This opens another slew of issues involving patients hesitating to accept the care that these individuals can provide due to their inexperience. Additionally, this would set the precedent and have an unexpected ripple effect amongst other professions that require an exam. Should there be a shortage of lawyers or engineers in the country, will the same methods apply? The repercussions of this should be studied further, as this may reshape the country in ways that no one would expect. At the end of the day, before even considering this proposal and addressing any concerns that come with it, it should never be forgotten that this is a band-aid solution for a historical national issue. Rather than focusing on short-term solutions, the Department of Health needs to focus its efforts on improving the overall healthcare system and situation in the country. They need to work on ensuring healthcare workers do not have any reason to search for better opportunities abroad. This goes for all band-aid solutions proposed by the government to cover up their inadequacy. No amount of proposals should ever cover the fact that problems should be tackled at the source and never danced around only. If the DOH really wants to take steps to address the issue at hand, they must look inward and acknowledge the issue at its core. *** The preceding statement is feedback submitted by an online user to Capstone-Intel Corporation, pertaining to a survey conducted by the agency.

Survey Reveals Lack of Familiarity Among Filipinos with DOH Programs  

The Department of Health plays a crucial role in promoting, protecting, and improving the health and well-being of individuals and communities in the country. Programs run by the DOH are designed to address a wide range of health issues, including infectious diseases, mental health, and more. The importance of these programs cannot be overstated, as they impact the health of individuals, families, and communities across the nation. However, the findings of Capstone-Intel Corporation’s research reflect a different perception of this matter. Based on a nationwide survey conducted by Capstone-Intel, there is a marked lack of awareness among the public about the various DOH initiatives. Notably, this includes programs aimed at improving mental health, national tuberculosis control, universal healthcare, national HIV/AIDS, and the enhancement of healthcare facilities. The research involved a total of 1,205 participants and yielded significant findings. Specifically, the study showed 50% of the respondents had knowledge of the national HIV/AIDS program implemented by the agency. Additionally, 45% of them were aware of the Universal Health Care program, while 44% knew about the national tuberculosis control program. Regarding other initiatives, 42% of participants were familiar with the mental health program, and 28% were aware of the health facility enhancement program. Based on the available data, it appears that the situation may have national implications that warrant the attention of the government. This viewpoint is supported by the observations of Dr. Guido David, Chief Data Expert of Capstone-Intel. “Lack of awareness of the DOH programs can lead to a lack of participation in health promotion and disease prevention activities. For example, if only a small portion of the population is aware of the importance of getting vaccinated, the overall vaccination rate would be low, leading to increased susceptibility to preventable diseases. Similarly, if only a few people are aware of the benefits of regular health check-ups, many individuals may miss out on critical screenings and early detection of illnesses,” explained Dr. David.   “One of the DOH’s top priorities should be to implement comprehensive and consistent public education and awareness initiatives. This is essential to ensure that the public is well-informed and engaged in the Department’s programs, even in the most remote regions of the country,” he added. Capstone-Intel aims to deliver objective, non-partisan research on issues of national importance. The DOH survey was conducted from August 1-10, 2023 with strict protocols to ensure data reliability and accurate representation of public opinion across the Philippines’ urban and rural areas.