Featured Articles
- Healthcare under Fire: A Time to Take Action
As a member of the medical community, the Medical Action Group is appalled and deeply saddened by the current distressing situation in Palestine, where healthcare facilities and workers are under attack. The ongoing bombing campaign by Israel has not only destroyed hospitals and clinics but has also claimed the lives of hundreds of healthcare workers, violating international humanitarian and human rights laws that protect health services during times of war. - Breaking the Legal Chains: Empowering Women Human Rights DefendersThe Medical Action Group (MAG) welcomes the long-anticipated decision of a Muntinlupa Regional Trial Court to grant bail to former Senator Leila De Lima, signifying a legal triumph. While her temporary release represents a positive political development, MAG ardently urges the court for the expeditious dismissal of the remaining baseless charges lodged against her.
- MAG Statement on the Attack against Healthcare Facilities in GazaThe Medical Action Group denounces any assaults on civilian populations and healthcare facilities, as these acts imperil the safety and medical well-being of innocent individuals including health workers and patients. The recent report of Israeli airstrikes targeting a Gaza City hospital, already filled with wounded civilians and those seeking refuge, resulting in the tragic loss of hundreds of lives, is deeply troubling.
Training and Advocacy Events
- MAG receives the Gender Ombud Kakampi Award
The Commission on Human Rights of the Philippines awarded the Medical Action Group with the Gender Ombud Kakampi Award for advancing gender equality and women’s rights. A free and equal society is where both women and men enjoy the same rights. Uphold all health and human rights for all! - OCTOBER 10 IS WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY – COMBATTING STIGMA AND DISCRIMINATION
OCTOBER 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 - National Detention Summit 2021: Compassionate Care Behind BarsAs part of the celebration of the National Correctional Consciousness Week, the United Against Torture Coalition (UATC) – Philippines invites you to an online forum NATIONAL DETENTION SUMMIT 2021: Compassionate Care Behind Bars October 20-22, 2021Via Zoom (see links to register) This 3-day forum will tackle five (5) specific issues affecting persons deprived of liberty… Read more: National Detention Summit 2021: Compassionate Care Behind Bars
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 JailsMAG 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 learned
A 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 prevention
Inaanyayahan 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
