Filipinos’ Attitude Towards Medical Marijuana Legalization
Capstone-Intel Corporation conducted a nationwide survey from August 1 to August 10, 2023 aimed at understanding the attitudes of Filipinos towards the legalization of medical marijuana
Low Frequency of Medical Check-ups Among Filipinos
Atty. Nick A. Conti, Capstone-Intel Corporation’s Chief of Public Affairs on his insights regarding the results of the survey The study on the frequency of Filipinos on getting health check-ups. Read full story here. New Study Reveals Only 40% of Filipinos Get Yearly Checkups, an issue that can be addressed by UHC law – Atty. Conti
Filipinos’ Attitudes Towards Medical Checkups: A Comprehensive Study
A study on the frequency of Filipinos on getting health check-ups Through data panel research, the study on the frequency of Filipinos on medical checkups was conducted from August 1–10, 2023. A total of 1,205 respondents from 18 to more than 65 years old participated in the survey. The survey also aims to determine how respondent’s behaviors in getting their health checked are influenced by their age, monthly income, and source of money. This is especially relevant given the government’s Universal Health Care (UHC) law, which prioritizes addressing this issue. The UHC law offers coverage for consultations and tests to individuals who may encounter financial barriers when accessing healthcare services. Read document below for full study results Survey Type: Panel Survey Availability: PDF, Web Visualization: Yes Data Visualization
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63% Pinoys Support Legalization of Medical Marijuana for Therapeutic Purposes
Capstone-Intel Corporation recently conducted a nationwide survey from August 1 to August 10, 2023 aimed at understanding the attitudes of Filipinos towards the legalization of medical marijuana and their perceptions of its therapeutic potential and regulation. The survey was conducted among 1,205 respondents, with a gender distribution of 51% males and 49% females, aged between 18 and 75 years old. The respondents are from 17 regions including Regions I, Region II, Region III, Region IV A, Region V, Region VI, Region VII, Region VIII, Region IX, Region X, Region XI, Region XII, National Capital Region or NCR, Cordillera Administrative Region, Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, Region XIII, and MIMAROPA or Mindoro, Marinduque, Romblon and Palawan. Support for legalization of medical marijuana for therapeutic purposes With a total of 1,205 respondents, revealing an overall support of 63% for the legalization of medical marijuana for therapeutic purposes. Conversely, 37% of respondents expressed their dissent on the issue. Regarding geographic areas, Region XI emerged as the region with the most substantial percentage of support, at 71%, with Region XII and NCR following closely at 69% and 68%, respectively. In contrast, Region I demonstrated a higher proportion of respondents, at 58%, who expressed dissent towards the legalization. It is worth noting that Region IX saw an equal number of votes (50%) in favor and against the legalization of medicinal marijuana. Despite widespread support for the legalization of marijuana in the country, it is important to consider certain factors. According to Capstone-Intel, while 63% are supportive, the respondents agreed to conditions to conduct more research, strict policy guidelines for access and dosage control. At the same time, the need for more awareness and education on the issue. Support for medical marijuana as an alternative treatment and other supportive perceptions According to the survey, a significant portion of respondents (38%) agree that the legalization of medical marijuana could offer a viable solution for patients who have not found successful treatments through conventional medicine. Meanwhile, 29% of the respondents neither agree nor disagree with this statement, and 24% strongly agree that medical marijuana legalization could provide relief to such patients. Also, a significant percentage of respondents, namely 49%, express a strong conviction that further investigations should be conducted to probe the potential advantages and drawbacks of medical marijuana. Additionally, 35% of the participants concur with this statement. Based on the study, 55% of respondents expressed a strong level of agreement regarding the regulation of medical marijuana to guarantee its quality, safety, and proper dosage control. Additionally, 30% of respondents agreed with this statement.
Public Perception of DOH Performance Rates as “Good”
Survey reveals high awareness of DOH programs but lower satisfaction with healthcare affordability A nationwide study conducted by Capstone-Intel Corporation has found that public perception of the Department of Health’s (DOH) performance was “Good.” The survey aimed to gauge public satisfaction with DOH across areas like transparency, timeliness, access to healthcare services, and communication. With 1,205 respondents across the Philippines, the poll found that 83% of respondents were aware of the functions and responsibilities of the DOH. The programs of the DOH with the highest awareness is the National Immunization Program, with 65% awareness, followed by the Family Health Program (59%) and the National HIV/AIDS Program (50%). The survey also showed that 60% were satisfied with DOH’s transparency and accountability in providing public health services and information, 10% were dissatisfied, and 31% were neither satisfied nor dissatisfied. Regarding the timeliness and efficiency of crisis response, 56% expressed satisfaction, 13% were dissatisfied and 31% were neither satisfied nor dissatisfied. Regarding healthcare accessibility and affordability, 52% were satisfied, 18% were dissatisfied, while 31% were neither satisfied nor dissatisfied. On DOH’s health information dissemination to the public, 59% were satisfied, 12% were dissatisfied, and 29% were neither satisfied nor dissatisfied. Overall, the survey showed 60% were satisfied with the performance of the agency, 13% were dissatisfied, and 27% were neither satisfied nor dissatisfied. “This survey provides valuable insights that can guide policies towards improving the delivery of health services and strengthening health systems for all Filipinos,” said Dr. Guido David, Chief Data Expert at Capstone-Intel. “While DOH’s ratings are generally positive, increased affordability of care should be a priority to truly achieve universal healthcare.” 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. Capstone-Intel is a high-impact research company that uses innovative research technologies, tools, and methods to convert data and information into breakthrough insights and actionable intelligence outputs. It is committed to helping its clients solve problems, find solutions, grow markets and constituencies, build reputations, navigate risks, manage crises, and be the country’s leading private research and intelligence agency.
DOH Proposes to Recruit Unlicensed Nurses for Public Hospitals, But Execution Remains a Concern
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 in 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 made. 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, as well as those who have nearly passed the board exam and 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 great concepts 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 of passing their eventual licensure exam in the future. However, it should be emphasized that this is done 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 comes to pass. 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 precedence and have an unexpected ripple effect amongst other professions that require an exam. Should there be a lawyer or engineer shortage in the country, will the same methods apply? The repercussions of such actions 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 DOH 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. 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 statement is feedback submitted by Iggy Nashor to Capstone-Intel Corporation pertaining to a survey conducted by the agency.
New Study Reveals Only 40% of Filipinos Get Yearly Checkups, an issue that can be addressed by UHC law – Atty. Conti
Maintaining optimal health stands as a fundamental pillar of overall well-being for individuals. Yet, there is a concerning trend observed in the Philippines, where a significant portion of the population neglects regular health check-ups. To delve into this issue, Capstone-Intel Corporation, a reputable private research agency, undertook an in-depth study. Through data panel research, the study on the frequency of Filipinos on medical checkups was conducted from August 1–10, 2023. A total of 1,205 respondents from 18 to more than 65 years old participated in the survey. The survey also aims to determine how respondent’s behaviors in getting their health checked are influenced by their age, monthly income, and source of money. This is especially relevant given the government’s Universal Health Care (UHC) law, which prioritizes addressing this issue. The UHC law offers coverage for consultations and tests to individuals who may encounter financial barriers when accessing healthcare services. Based on the data collected, it is found that 40% of the respondents go for annual medical checkups, 33% only get a checkup when they feel unwell, 15% rarely do so, 7% undergo medical checkups every 2-3 years, and 4% never get a checkup. According to the study’s analysis of age demographics, the frequency with which individuals undergo yearly medical checkups varies across age groups. Specifically, the study found that 51% of those aged 45-54 receive annual checkups, followed by 50% in the 35-44 age range, 41% in the 25-34 age category, 38% in the 55-64 age range, 31% of respondents aged 65 and above, and 24% of those aged 18-24 undergo yearly medical checkups. “The resolution of this health concern is contingent upon consistent and informed guidance from our government especially since we have the Philippine Universal Health Care Act (UHC) which has benefits especially for seniors,” said Atty. Nic Conti, Chief of Public Affairs of Capstone-Intel. From the survey, it was observed that out of 1,205 respondents, 26% of individuals with a monthly income opt for annual check-ups. Additionally, only 3.5% of respondents with a monthly salary undergo a health checkup every 2-3 years whereas 14.3% of people with monthly salaries only get a health checkup when they feel unwell. For respondents who earn less than P10,000 monthly, 32% seek medical checkups only when feeling unwell, 26% rarely have health checkups, and 16% have annual health checkups. However, more than 50% of those with a monthly income of ₱65,000 or more have an annual health checkup. “In a move towards providing universal health care, the Universal Health Care Act was signed by the government in 2019. In 2021, the House of Representatives passed House Bill 9072, also referred to as the ‘Free Annual Medical Checkup Act,’ which is linked to UHC. The appropriate implementation of these initiatives is crucial in ensuring that our fellow citizens benefit from these measures,” added Atty. Conti. The research study also further demonstrated that a considerable percentage of individuals who undergo annual checkups are PhilHealth members, with a proportion of 36%, whereas only 3% of non-members reported undergoing such checkups. Moreover, among those who receive checkups every 2-3 years, 5% are PhilHealth members, while only 2% are non-members. For individuals who undergo medical checkups only when they feel unwell, 25% are PhilHealth members, whereas 8% are non-PhilHealth members. **** Disclaimer: The findings and analysis presented in this report are based solely on survey data collected and commissioned by Capstone-Intel Corporation in 2023. They do not reflect the official position of any affiliated institutions or authors. The aim is to provide insights into public attitudes to inform policy discourse, but should not be interpreted as an endorsement for any specific legislative action. There are reasonable perspectives on both sides of this complex public health issue that warrant further research. This report summarizes data from 1,205 respondents. Any estimates or margins of error are acknowledged in the methodology section. Capstone-Intel does not accept responsibility for any subsequent use or interpretation of this information, which remains the reader’s sole responsibility. Capstone-Intel is a high-impact research company that uses innovative research technologies, tools, and methods to convert data and information into breakthrough insights and actionable intelligence outputs. It is committed to helping its clients solve problems, find solutions, grow markets and constituencies, build reputations, navigate risks, manage crises, and be the country’s leading private research and intelligence agency.
Study Finds 83% of Respondents Believe Hiring Unlicensed Nurses Can Boost Exam Pass Rates; Highlights result-focused approach in the nursing profession – Dr. David
One of the pressing issues facing the country is the insufficiency of manpower in the healthcare sector, specifically the scarcity of nursing professionals. To address this concern, the Department of Health has formulated a plan to fill the vacancies in public hospitals by recruiting a substantial number of unlicensed nurses. This initiative is a response to the immediate need to fill a total of 4,500 nursing positions nationwide. The topic of unlicensed nurses working in the healthcare sector was discussed on the radio program Pintig ng Bayan, which aired on DZMM on August 23. The discussion was centered on the results of a survey conducted by Capstone-Intel Corporation, which was explained by its Chief Data Scientist, Dr. Guido David. The survey found that 83 percent of respondents believed that unlicensed nurses could be employed under the guidance and supervision of licensed nurses. “‘Yung need natin sa nurses, hindi natin nafi-fill itong kakulangan natin. Hindi natin napupuno iyan dahil maraming graduates natin ay nagsisialisan especially ‘yung board passers. Kasi sila rin ang nakakapasa ng licensure (exams) sa ibang bansa,” said Dr. David. During the interview, Dr. David was asked about the results of the survey conducted between August 1, 2023 to August 10, 2023. He was further questioned regarding the competency of the public to assess whether unregistered nurses can provide quality services, mainly if the public is unaware of the nursing student’s curriculum. “Opinion naman nito ng mga kababayan natin. Gusto ko rin i-clarify na hindi naman nila sinasabi na itong nurses ay puwedeng magtrabaho na as nurses, kasi may follow up question na, ‘In your opinion should nursing graduates be given an opportunity to work in healthcare settings under supervisions of a licensed nurse,” explained Dr. David. Legislators may want to consider the findings of this study as a means of addressing the increasing issue faced by the country, as explained by Dr. David. “So klaro ito. Ang context nito ay puwede silang magtrabaho sa hospitals or healthcare service, pero under the supervision ng isang licensed or registered nurse. Sa ibang bansa, ginagawa rin ito, in fairness. May nursing aids at nursing assistants na hindi pa board passers na nakapagtrabaho sa hospitals,” he added. Also, the study is noteworthy and highlights the importance of a result-focused approach in the nursing profession. In his initial statement, Dr. David presented an argument that involving non-licensed nurses in healthcare facilities can contribute positively to their chances of passing the board examination. This, in turn, can enhance the country’s healthcare system. “Working in a healthcare setting would help improve their chances of passing the board exam,” said Dr. David.
Perception and Attitude of Filipinos on Hiring Unlicensed Nurses in the Healthcare System
Capstone-Intel is a high-impact research company that uses innovative research technologies, tools, and methods to convert data and information into breakthrough insights and actionable intelligence outputs. It is committed to helping its clients solve problems, find solutions, grow markets and constituencies, build reputations, navigate risks, manage crises, and be the country’s leading private research and intelligence agency. Research Data Based on a survey conducted by Capstone-Intel Corporation, it was found that a significant 69 percent of respondents nationwide expressed confidence in the ability of unlicensed nurses to deliver top-notch healthcare services within the Philippine healthcare system, as long as they are under the supervision of a licensed nurse. Social Listening Based on a nationwide survey conducted by Capstone-Intel Corporation about the potential employment of unlicensed nursing graduates in supervised roles, public sentiment on the topic was also analyzed from facebook using different keywords, such as “unlicensed nurses” and “ted herbosa.” This study was carried out through social listening, which identifies the most influential voices discussing the matter.
