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- MAG Calls for Audit of MAIFIP to Protect Universal Health Care
[FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE] MAG Calls for Audit of MAIFIP to Protect Universal Health Care Tacloban, Leyte, Philippines — The Medical Action Group (MAG), a health and human rights organization, expressed serious concern over the ₱51 billion allocation for the Medical Assistance for Indigent and Financially Incapacitated Patients (MAIFIP) in the 2026 national budget. MAG warned that the program, in its current form, risks being shaped by political influence and favoritism, rather than serving as a genuine health safety net for the poor and marginalized. MAG emphasized that MAIFIP has increasingly resembled a discretionary mechanism vulnerable to patronage and accommodation. Instead… Read more: MAG Calls for Audit of MAIFIP to Protect Universal Health Care - YAKAP SA BILANGGOThe Medical Action Group (MAG), in partnership with PhilHealth, has formalized an agreement to expand healthcare access for persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) on April 17, 2026. This agreement supports PhilHealth enrollment and the accreditation of healthcare providers under the Yakap Program to ensure inclusive, accessible, and rights-based health services within detention facilities Together, we move closer to a system where no one is left behind, even those behind bars. #CompassionateCare4PDLs #HealthForAll #YakapProgram
- MAG stands united with the Filipino people in the nationwide Trillion Peso March at Luneta Park, Manila — raising our voices against corruption and demanding accountability!#NoToCorruption #AccountabilityNow #September21st
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- MAG stands united with the Filipino people in the nationwide Trillion Peso March at Luneta Park, Manila — raising our voices against corruption and demanding accountability!
#NoToCorruption #AccountabilityNow #September21st - MEDICAL ACTION GROUP ATTENDS CEREMONIAL SIGNING OF NATIONAL POLICY ON HEALTHCARE IN DETENTION FACILITIES. July 17,2024.
The Medical Action Group participated in the ceremonial signing of the national policy for the promotion and protection of health in jails, prisons, custodial facilities, and other places of detention at the Manila Hotel last Monday. The Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) and the Department of Health (DOH) signed the policy, ensuring 24/7 healthcare access for… Read more: MEDICAL ACTION GROUP ATTENDS CEREMONIAL SIGNING OF NATIONAL POLICY ON HEALTHCARE IN DETENTION FACILITIES. July 17,2024. - MEDICAL ACTION GROUP AWARDED FOR TIMELY FULFILLMENT OF KNH REQUIREMENTS. July 11, 2024.
The Medical Action Group was awarded the Plaque of Recognition for the timely submission and fulfillment of KNH standards and requirements for the 2024 SOA & Budget during the KNH CAR Cluster Partners Meeting held on July 11 at West Triangle, Quezon City. This recognition underscores the Group’s dedication to maintaining high standards and its… Read more: MEDICAL ACTION GROUP AWARDED FOR TIMELY FULFILLMENT OF KNH REQUIREMENTS. July 11, 2024.
Services and Documentation
- FOOD PACKS FOR FRONTLINERS
MAG is now accepting food pack donations to be distributed to our front liners. Let us help them in these crucial times and give back to their sacrifices and efforts. You may send us a message on our Facebook Page for coordination. - Stress Management for Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDLs) in some Metro Manila Jails
MAG believes that persons deprived with liberty (PDLs) are to be treated with inherent dignity and rights, including the right to health. In observance of COVID-19 health protocols, jail visitations are limited to E-Dalaw where the PDLs can connect to their families and relatives through online platforms. To help PDLs cope with this situation, MAG… Read more: Stress Management for Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDLs) in some Metro Manila Jails - Telemedical Consultation and Relief Services for Partner Networks during the COVID-19 Pandemic
In order to respond to the medical needs and stress relief of partner organizations (including non-government organizations, community-based organizations, and people’s organizations) during the COVID-19 pandemic, MAG has launched its teleconsultation services wherein networks and community partners are able to access medical and stress relief consultation and services through phone and online.
Capacity Building Resources
- OCTOBER 10 IS WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY – COMBATTING STIGMA AND DISCRIMINATIONOCTOBER 10 IS WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY Stigma and discrimination directly affect people’s access to mental health services. Thus, this is an equally important task with ensuring that mental health services across all sectors (workplace, schools, and the communities) are available. Together, let’s continue to fight the stigma on mental health so everyone can enjoy… Read more: OCTOBER 10 IS WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY – COMBATTING STIGMA AND DISCRIMINATION
- WEBINAR SERIES: A year in pandemic: COVID-19 care, vaccination, and lessons learnedA 3-part webinar series was held by PMPI, MAG, INAM and COM which encouraged the participation of partner communities to strengthen their understanding on the COVID-19 situation and caring for people affected in their homes, COVID-19 vaccination, as well as the lessons learned after a year in a pandemic. The webinars, which were held last… Read more: WEBINAR SERIES: A year in pandemic: COVID-19 care, vaccination, and lessons learned
- Webinar on COVID-19 management, care, and preventionInaanyayahan kayo ng Medical Action Group sa aming natatanging webinar upang malaman ano ang mga bago hinggil sa pamamahala ng COVID19 at paano ang mga pamilya at komunidad ay may malaking bahagi sa pagsugpo at pagkalat ng COVID19. IKAW, AKO, TAYO KASAMA SA SOLUSYON SA COVID19 ABRIL 24, 2021 (SABADO) 10:00 AM – 12:00 NN… Read more: Webinar on COVID-19 management, care, and prevention
