Department of Health I. Elements
Department of Health I. Elements
Department of Health I. Elements
I. ELEMENTS
The vision of Department of Health states that Filipinos are among the healthiest
people in Southeast Asia by 2022, and Asia by 2040. Doing the primary function of
Department of Health in promoting, protecting, or restoring people’s health through the
provision and delivery of health services, as well as the regulation and encouragement
of health goods and service providers.
The mission of Department of Health explains that they are rooting for the
country’s development of a productive, resilient, equitable and people-centered health
system for Universal Health Care. Department of Health is tasked for ensuring that all
Filipinos have access to basic public health services by providing high-quality health care
and regulating health-care professionals.
The core values of Department of Health are: integrity which the Department
believes in maintaining the truth and achieving honesty, accountability, and consistency
in its operations; excellence which DOH strive for the best by supporting innovation,
effectiveness and efficiency, pro-action, dynamism, and openness to change;
compassion and respect for human dignity which promotes human dignity by working
with compassion and kindness for those in need; commitment which the Department
pledges to realize its vision for future generations' health and development with all of
our hearts and minds; professionalism which DOH carries out its responsibilities in
accordance with the highest ethical standards, accountability principles, and complete
accountability; teamwork which the DOH employees work together with a result-
oriented mindset; and stewardship of health of the people which the Department must
pursue sustainable development and environmental protection because it affects
Filipinos' health as custodians of the people's health.
General Functions
General Functions
General Functions
General Functions
The DPCB shall be divided into two main components specifically the System Integration
Divisions and the Primary and Specialty Care Divisions.
The Director III for System Integration shall have the following duties:
The Director Ill for Technical Integration shall have the following duties:
2. Lead the following Divisions in line with the primary care integration:
The National Immunization Program (NIP), Oral Health, Infectious Diseases and Family
Health Division and report directly to the Director IV of the Disease Prevention and
Control Bureau. The rest of the Divisions under the Primary and Specialty Care shall be
directly under the Director IV.
Epidemiology Bureau
General Functions
General Functions
General Functions
General Functions
General Functions
General Functions
HHRDB is tasked to lead the efforts of the DOH in HRH programs and
activities mainly through policy recommendations, standards development,
capacity building, technical and logistical assistance and networking.
Health Policy Development and Planning Bureau (HPDPB)
General Functions
General Functions
General Functions
General Functions
General Functions
To guide the Department in its internal and external dealings, the Legal
Service is tasked to provide legal representation, advice and opinions on matters
relevant to the DOH's mandate, policies, rules and regulations. And conduct
investigations on administrative complaints/ cases.
Pharmaceutical Division
General Functions
Procurement Service
General Functions
The Department of Health (DOH) is the principal health agency in the Philippines. It is
responsible for ensuring access to basic public health services to all Filipinos through the
provision of quality health care and regulation of providers of health goods and services.
The Resource Center for Health System Development (RCHSD) portal is the
virtual repository of knowledge on health system development of the Department of
Health (DOH). The portal is designed to be a one-stop research site for all, with access to
the full text of health system development materials, list of experts that can be tapped
by not only the DOH community but also by those coming from other organizations for
their knowledge sharing activities and needs, discussion board where practically
everyone can visit and share their views on health topics that matter, a feature where
one can seek for the help of our staff in terms of giving advice on appropriate resources,
and eventually, an interactive site for online learning.
The DOH Central Library is located at the ground floor of Building 9, Department
of Health, San Lazaro Compound, Rizal Avenue, Sta. Cruz, Manila. The Library offers a
reading area, an open stack area consisting the General Collection, WHO Publications
and DOH Publications sections. There are six OPAC stations with access to Internet.
National Epidemiology Center Library
The problems that have previously been highlighted as impeding the efficient
management of limited health resources are still present. (1) Despite the establishment of
management tools and training programs, procurement processes, procedures, and guidelines
are implemented inconsistently at national and local levels. (2) Inadequate coordination of
efforts among the numerous procurement oversight offices. (3) Procurement delays caused by
a lack of consistent standards for product specifications and needed papers on the end user
side. (4) Bid failures due to limited consultation on requested services and a lack of involvement
among enterprises and individuals.
Policies
In the health sector, the DOH plays three key roles: (1) health leadership, (2) facilitator
and capacity builder, and (3) administrator of specialized services. Its mission is to create
national health strategies, technical standards, and guidelines. The DOH not only regulates all
health services and goods, but it also provides unique tertiary health care services and technical
help to health professionals and stakeholders.
The Department of Health (DOH) – which is made up of several central bureaus and
services at the Central Office, Centers for Health Development (CHD) in each area, and DOH-
retained hospitals – works with its connected agencies to constantly enhance the country's
health care system.
Here is the list of the Republic Act of the 15th and 16th Congress:
An act recognizing the age from zero (0) to eight (8) years as the first crucial
stage of educational development and strengthening the early childhood
care and development system, appropriating funds therefor and for other
purposes
An act converting the Davao Regional Hospital into Davao Regional Medical
Center, increasing its bed capacity and appropriating funds therefor,
amending for the purpose Republic Act No. 7179
An act increasing the bed capacity of the Northern Mindanao Medical Center
in Cagayan de Oro City, amending for the purpose Republic Act No. 7938,
appropriating funds therefor and for other purposes
An act providing for the mandatory Philhealth coverage for all Senior
Citizens, amending for the purpose Republic Act No. 7432, as amended by
Republic Act No. 9994, otherwise known as the "Expanded Senior Citizens
Act of 2010"
An Act Providing for Mandatory Basic Immunization Services for Infants and
Children, repealing for the Purpose Presidential Decree No. 996, As Amended
An act amending Republic Act No. 7875, otherwise known as the "National
Health Insurance Act of 1995", as amended, and for other purposes
An act increasing the bed capacity of the Quirino Memorial Medical Center
from three hundred fifty (350) to five hundred (500) beds, amending for the
purpose Republic Act No. 8313, appropriating funds therefor and for other
purposes
Notice to the Public: Implementing the Maximum Retail Price (MRP) for drugs and
medicines.
Draft AO: Guidelines for the Implementation of Maximum Retail Price (MRP) on
Drugs and Medicines
Draft AO: Guidelines for the Operationalization of Provisions regarding Informed
Consent, Exceptions to Informed Consent, Advance Directive, Legal Representative,
and Supported Decision Making
Notice of Public Consultation: Draft Guidelines for the Operationalization of
Provisions Regarding Informed Consent, Exceptions to Informed Consent, Advance
Directives, Legal Representatives and Supported Decision Making
Draft Guidelines for the Operationalization of Provisions Regarding Informed
Consent, Exceptions to Informed Consent, Advance Directives, Legal Representatives
and Supported Decision Making
Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of Public Act (RA) No. 10620, Otherwise
Known as "An Act Providing for Toy and Game Safety Labeling, Appropriating Funds
Therefor"
Draft AO - National Implementation of the Unified Registry Systems on Chronic Non-
Communicable Diseases, Injury Related Cases, Persons with Disabilities, and
Violence Against Women and Children
Draft AO - Revised Implementing Guidelines for the Philippine National Formulary
System (PNFS)
The RPRH Working Draft IRR: Translating Mandated Principles and Ideals into
Actionable Words and Phrases
Implementing Guidelines on Integrated Tuberculosis Information System (ITIS)
Implementing Rules and Regulations of Republic Act No 10354 (The Responsible
Parenthood and Reproductive Health Act of 2012)
Programs
Individuals and communities are encouraged to select healthy habits and make
changes that minimize the likelihood of acquiring chronic illnesses and other morbidities
through health promotion initiatives. Health promotion, as defined by the World Health
Organization, "allows individuals to have more control over their own health." The
Philippine Health Agenda aspires to three major goals: (1) improved health outcomes
with no significant disparities among population groups; (2) financial risk protection for
all, particularly the poor, marginalized, and vulnerable; and (3) a responsive health
system that makes Filipinos feel respected, valued, and empowered.
Climate Change
Garantisadong Pambata
Immunization Program
This implies that adolescent-friendly facilities, activities, and health providers will
be more readily available to Filipino kids. The AHDP envisions a country where
adolescents are well-informed, empowered, responsible, and healthy leaders. Its
purpose is to provide comprehensive health care and services to all adolescents in an
adolescent-friendly atmosphere. Through sexual and reproductive health, contribute to
the enhancement and promotion of the complete well-being of young Filipinos aged 10-
14, 15-19, and 20-24. It is a unique stage of human development and a critical period for
setting the groundwork for optimal health. Adolescents grow rapidly in terms of their
physical, cognitive, and psychological development. This has an impact on how
individuals feel, think, make decisions, and interact with others.
The Adolescent Health and Development Program (AHDP) is designed for young
people aged 10 to 19. It is primarily directed by the United Nations Convention on the
Rights of the Child, which specifies that the program must be in the child's best
interests. The program primarily aims to offer teenagers access to excellent healthcare
services, according to the Department of Health's Administrative Order (AO) 2013-0013,
or the National Policy and Strategic Framework on Adolescent Health and Development
Administrative Order.
V. CONCLUSION
These teenagers may have very complicated health problems that are frequently
ignored by the health services and places they use.
According to the World Health Organization (1995, p. 3), “One of the most
important commitments a country can make for future economic, social, and political
progress and stability is to address the health and development needs of its
adolescents.” Adolescence is a significant shift from infancy to maturity. It is a time
when young individuals undergo considerable physical, psychological, and behavioral
changes, as well as form many of the habits, behaviors, and connections that they will
take into adulthood. During adolescence, the health system has a critical role to play in
encouraging healthy behavior and avoiding disease.
We'll learn how to engage with youngsters more effectively. Having programs on
the health and development of adolescents can also help us gain a better understanding
of our own personal growth over time. Finally, we'll be able to distinguish between what
is normal and what is not. Something that can be useful in a variety of situations.