Save the Children seeks child protection measures as parents, guardians end up positive for COVID-19

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As mass testing for COVID-19 began in key cities this week, Save the Children Philippines is calling on local officials to put in place protective measures for children who may face discrimination and stigma when parents or guardians test positive.

Atty. Alberto Muyot, Chief Executive Officer of Save the Children Philippines, said a person’s health status, whether real or perceived, should not be a basis for discrimination and mistreatment.

Cases of stigmatization of COVID-19 positive patients, their families, and health workers have been reported prior to mass testing for COVID-19. These include a health worker who was splashed with bleach on his face by five people on his way home in Sultan Kudarat, South of Manila; nurses in IloIlo City in the Visayas who were being evicted from their rented homes, and a health worker was prevented from leaving his house has been barricaded by the subdivision and barangay officials after a first COVID-19 patient was reported in the city.

Atty. Muyot urged local governments to implement concrete and targeted measures to make sure individuals who tested positive for COVID-19 have access to proper health care support, and their children do not suffer from neglect and abandonment.

Local governments should also ensure that children who might be separated from parents or caregivers who are isolated or hospitalized because of COVID-19 or those who might be orphaned will continue to be cared for by trusted adults. It is preferable for these children to be placed in the care of their closest relatives, but in case this may not be immediately possible, alternative care must be provided.

“The COVID-19 pandemic poses major risks to children and their families such as disruption of routine immunization, antenatal care services, therapy sessions for children with disabilities, and other necessary health interventions,” said Atty. Muyot, adding that “the health crisis may also lead children to risks of neglect, abandonment, violence, and exploitation through a loss of or separation from primary caregivers.”

He said that the discrimination and stigma within the communities against people who are tested COVID-19 positive need to be addressed by the government through a sustained public information campaign to provide accurate information on COVID-19 and practical steps to protect themselves from getting infected. This can also be addressed by ensuring that there are safe and confidential mechanisms for people to seek support if they suspect that they might be infected.

“Stigma drives people to hide their illness to avoid discrimination, and prevent them from seeking prompt health care,” said Atty. Muyot.

He said community guidelines must also integrate the specific needs of children with disabilities when their parents, guardians are tested positive for COVID-19.

“We call on local leaders to provide child-friendly, gender, and disability sensitive information to help children know how they can protect themselves from getting infected by COVID-19, be protected from abuse and exploitation, and where to report and seek help,” said Atty. Muyot.

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As you see that the going Corona Virus crisis affects each individual and businesses all over the world. It doesn't stop me from doing business anywhere. 

As long as I have internet, I think nobody can stop everybody from being effective. Its a lockdown here in Manila with more than 4000 cases as of today. 16 of April, with more than 300 deaths in the country. 

We are right now statistically no 1&2 country in Asia with the number of cases reported. Which is the worst, like the US and Italy in which we cannot be proud of.

But anyways, working remotely in a hotel here in the Central Business district of Makati City, Philippines. Analyzing the data and news can be very tough. So how can businesses take advantage of every situation as the top loser or winner of this worst health disaster.

Anyways, reading various business reports of Profisee Data Governance  Management as mention by Slobodan R. In the comment above is very useful. What I mean is that data and analytics nowadays is very relevant. For instance this Covid19 crisis. 

For sure this will paralyze the entire Tourism and Travel industry. But not for Pharma or drug even mask industry. We can make a spike even in start up company. Mostly for the vaccine that can be doubled a dozen times. The food logistics in the City is the essentials amid of this crisis.

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Most of businesses are into buying and selling of products and services.  MDM is all about managing the relationship between these transactions. The after transaction must be coded securely and properly.

For example a typical retail store has a certain products inventory. As well as database of registered customers. As what kind of Food or Clothes does John or Julia bought yesterday.

MDM is composed of business policies, process how the data is updated and tools that facilitate these processes. All companies must utilize this tool to implement and formalize the process. 

As far as new history, when companies uses technology like computer application to manage information. It made their task easier as it loads relevant data and results of dataset. So they could perform search or generate result as response to a quick data search or manage applications.

When data is loaded into application records will then sort or added into a masterlist. In the efforts of making it easier and cost effective to manage data.

ERP or the Enterprise Resource Planning systems were created. To help combined the data into the system. As this was designed to manage problematic domains of a larger organizations. 

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A Few Things to Do in Philippines On Your Next Trip

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Travelling in the face of the turmoil created by this global pandemic seems like a horrible idea. In fact, states are not even allowing their people to catch a domestic flight to some other state, let alone travelling to a different country. It is thus, impossible to even harbour a thought of an international travel. But, it is important to remember that this is a temporary state in the lives of human beings. This too shall pass, and we shall all be free to cross interstate boundaries and tick the places off our bucket lists once again. We need to have the hope that things shall work out in the end, because it indeed will. Therefore, once the wave of the COVID-19 passes over our heads, we must hit the road and take the trip that we have always wanted to. The place that we are going to be talking about today is the Philippines. There is quite a charm and exuberance associated with the name, and there are several things that you could do on your trip to this amazing Asian country. We have gathered all the ideas you need to spend a fantastic week in the Philippines so that you do not have to waste much time on your itinerary when you finally get the chance to book your tickets.


Visit the Hinatuan Enchanted River:

There is something in the name that spells all the magic you need. If it is enchanted, you must visit the place. The reason why this river is known as the enchanted river is because the water source is mysterious and no one really knows how there was a river in the first place. It appears like magic, springing up from nowhere, and the water is crystal clear and soothing blue. The sight of the river is enchanting and alleviating, and thus, makes for a brilliant sight-seeing spot in the country.

Indulge in Some Entertainment:

Entertainment houses in the country are in huge numbers. Call it the cinemas or casinos, you can go anywhere once you see that you have quite some time on your hands after hitting one tourist spot to the other in the country. Do not waste any minute while you are on foreign waters because that would be such a killjoy to your vacation mood. See if you could spot a casino near to you’re the place you are put up and make some money out of the fun affairs. It does not harm to earn some extra cash while you are on your vacation. And if you do not feel like going out, you could even sign up to one of the real money gambling sites for US players from your hotel room itself and spend some time.


Taste the Soul Enriching Flavours of Philippines:

The cuisine of a country makes for an integral part of the culture of the country. Therefore, it is absolutely essential that you visit the restaurants and other food shacks that can serve you the real flavours of the country. Make a list of all the restaurants that you would want to visit once you are in the country. Also, do not settle for the same old classics while you are on your trip. Those are cuisines that you can resort to even when you are back home. Try something new, something that you would not be able to taste in all its glory back at home. That is what is going to make your trip wholesome and fulfilling.

Try the Mountain Maid Ube Jam:

The Mountain Maid brand of jams is the best that you can, and you must get your hands on once you reach the Philippines. There is a rich history behind the inception and the evolution of the jam. Children began living on the Good Shepherd grounds in 1952, and the nuns there had to struggle to find the means to feed these children. They started making jams and served them to the children with seasonal fruits. This quickly assumed the shape of an industry and the Mountain Maid brand became one of the best-known brands of jams in the country.

Conclusion:

There are several things that you can find yourself doing once you are in the country. Do your research way ahead of time and plan your itinerary in a way that shall leave you with enough time to hit all the places that you have on the list. Planning the vacation is extremely important, and you must not settle for a package deal offered by tourism agencies. Customise your own trip and bring back the best memories.