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- Written by By: Jovy Dia R. Saniel, PhDNSc
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The Eastern Visayas Health Research and Development Consortium (EVHRDC) - Research Management Committee (RMC) recently held a transformational Review of Capsule Proposals to improve health research and innovation. Dr. De Paz, Dr. Riveral, Dr. Saniel, and Ms. Majait, faculty members of Biliran Province State University (BiPSU), one of the recognized member institutions, took center stage during this critical event.
The EVHRDC, known for its innovative research, encouraged academic institutions to submit capsule proposals to solve healthcare issues and promote innovation. BiPSU faculty enthusiastically participated in the review process, demonstrating their competence and dedication to improving the region's research scene.
In an interview, BiPSU faculty member Dr. Saniel said the EVHRDC event offered another path to excellence in research and innovation. BiPSU faculty's capsule proposal evaluation has excited their peers. This significant involvement has inspired and motivated the faculty members and sparked their curiosity and interest in the EVHRDC's future research, inspiring them to participate.
EVHRDC's call for proposals has fostered innovative research ideas and academic cooperation. As excitement for research and innovation grows, institutions like BiPSU, represented by the members of the academe, will define a better future for healthcare in the region.
The Eastern Visayas Health Research and Development Consortium encourages institutions like BiPSU to pioneer ideas that would better the lives of the people. The latest Review of Capsule Proposals has reinvigorated enthusiasm and inspired more academic members, to join the research efforts, promising and transforming Eastern Visayas healthcare.
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The Eastern Visayas Health Research and Development Consortium (EVHRDC) demonstrated its unwavering commitment to excellence by conducting the 2016 Midyear Assessment on July 31, 2023. Despite the hustle and bustle of preparations for the upcoming 16th Philippine National Health Research System (PNHRS) Week, the EVHRDC found time to evaluate its progress and set the course for further achievements at Hotel Alejandro, Tacloban City.
Presided over by the Regional Director of the Department of Health Region 8, and Chair of EVHRDC ExeCom, Dr. Exuperia B. Sabalberino, the assessment covered essential aspects of the consortium's activities. The agenda featured comprehensive presentations and updates from various committees, each contributing vital contributions to the advancement of health research and development in the region.
The midyear assessment commenced with an Accomplishment Report for the 1st Semester presented by Ms. Jean Gay O. Ragub, the EVHRDC Coordinator. This report highlighted the consortium's achievements during the initial months of the year, showcasing the progress made towards fulfilling its objectives.
The assessment further delved into the utilization of funds for the year 2023, providing insights into how financial resources are allocated and utilized for the various health research initiatives. Ms. Leslie Joy L. Calvo, from the EVHRDC Secretariat, presented updates on the EVHRDC-PCHRD (IDD) and EVHRDC-DOH funds, while Mr. Marko Jaise P. Perpinan, also from the EVHRDC Secretariat, discussed updates on EVHRDC-GIA funds.
Moreover, the meeting witnessed the presentation of committee updates, where each committee chair shared the progress and developments in their respective areas. Ms. Josephine L. Hipe presented the updates for Structure, Organization, Monitoring, and Evaluation Committee, Dr. Sherrie Ann Cananua-Labid for the Research Utilization Committee, Dr. Jane R. Borrinaga for the Ethics Review Committee, Dr. Virgilio E. Sabalo for the Capacity Building Committee, and Mr. Leonido P. Olobia for the Research Management Committee.
The event culminated with closing remarks from Engr. Ernesto M. Granada, the Regional Director of the Department of Science and Technology Region 8, and Co-Chair of EVHRDC ExeCom. His encouraging words reiterated the consortium's dedication to promoting research excellence and its vital role in shaping the health landscape of Eastern Visayas.
The EVHRDC continues to stride forward, leveraging its expertise and collaboration to make significant contributions to health research and development. As the consortium prepares for the highly-anticipated 16th PNHRS Week on August 8-11, 2023, the midyear assessment stands as a testament to its enduring pursuit of excellence and innovation.
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Biliran Province State University's (BiPSU) - School of Nursing and Health Sciences (SNHS) is beaming with pride as 45 of its graduates from the Class of 2022 achieved a remarkable feat in the recently concluded Nurse Licensure Examination (NLE) held on May 28 and 29, 2023. All 45 takers successfully passed the examination, garnering a remarkable 100% passing rate.
BiPSU-SNHS, affiliated with the Eastern Visayas Medical Center as its base hospital, has consistently produced competent and highly skilled nursing professionals. This achievement further solidifies its reputation as a regional premier nursing institution.
The outstanding performance of the BiPSU-SNHS graduates is a testament to the dedication and hard work of the students and the faculty. The faculty members, who have pursued postgraduate studies in various institutions, have equipped themselves with extensive knowledge and expertise in their respective fields. Their guidance and mentorship have played a vital role in shaping the students' success.
The nursing graduates were exposed to a comprehensive training program encompassing clinical and didactic settings throughout their academic journey. The curriculum included rigorous training in research and innovation, allowing the students to develop critical thinking skills and stay abreast of the latest advancements in healthcare.
Dr. Victor Cañezo Jr, the University President, expressed his joy at the exceptional results. "We are immensely proud of our graduates' outstanding achievement in the Nurse Licensure Examination (NLE). This achievement is a testament to our student's hard work and faculty's dedication to quality education and training."
These graduates' success not only showcases their achievements but also advances the nursing profession in the region. It inspires future nursing students and strengthens the community's faith in BiPSU-SNHS.
As it continues to train competent nursing professionals, the BiPSU-SNHS remains devoted to sustaining its high education standards, fostering innovation, and preparing graduates who will enhance healthcare in Biliran Province and beyond.
Congratulations to BiPSU-SNHS' 2022 BS Nursing graduates for outstanding performance on the Nurse Licensure Examination. They set an example and inspire the institution and community.
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The Research Proposal Enhancement Workshop, an activity spearheaded by the Eastern Visayas Health Research and Development Consortium (EVHRDC) Research Management Committee (RMC) is conducted annually with the main purpose of developing the full-blown proposals of the researchers.
Three research teams- led by Dr. Pearl Irish de Paz of Biliran Province State University (BiPSU), Dr. Jeffry Ocay of Eastern Visayas State University (EVSU), and Mr. Bryan Joseph Matillano of Leyte Normal University (LNU), were invited to this year’s workshop which was conducted at Hotel Lorenza, Tacloban City on July 12-14, 2023.
Each team was requested to present their research proposals to the RMC members to determine which parts of their studies need to be enhanced and revised. After which, the researchers were given time to consolidate the suggestions and recommendations of the RMC members and to incorporate them into their proposals.
By the end of the workshop, the teams were able to accomplish their full-blown proposals. The said proposals will then be endorsed to the Technical Review Board for further evaluation.
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Consistent with the Eastern Visayas Regional Development Plan (EV-RDP) 2023-2028’s commitment to boost health and nutrition in the region, as well as the region’s commitment to attain the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the Regional Development Council (RDC) VIII endorsed the Philippine Multi-Sectoral Nutrition Project (PMNP) through RDC VIII Resolution 71, s2021, to the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) – Investment Coordination Committee-Cabinet Committee (ICC-CC). The NEDA-ICC-CC approved the PMNP for funding through the Overseas Development Assistance (ODA) on 22 November 2021. The PMNP was officially launched on 29 March 2023 at the national level.
The PMNP will enable the Philippines to adopt a bold, multi-sectoral, multi-component, and multi-year nutrition approach to deliver a coordinated package of nutrition specific and nutrition-sensitive interventions across various LGU platforms together with a harmonized social behavior change and communication strategy. The PMNP will focus on municipalities with a high rate of stunting among children. It covers 235 municipalities across 26 provinces in 12 regions nationwide, which includes 22 municipalities in Leyte, 20 municipalities in Samar, 14 municipalities in Eastern Samar, and 14 municipalities in Northern Samar.
The PMNP can ensure that stunting in the region can be decreased to less than 6.8 percent by 2028, thus meeting the EV-RDP target, and be eliminated by 2030, thus meeting the SDGs 2030, and ensuring the attainment of AmBisyon 2040 of matatag, maginhawa at panatag na buhay para sa lahat.
The delivery of the nutrition package, as well as its coordination, in the municipalities will be funded by the national government, through the ODA, with counterpart funding from local government units (LGUs). With the fiscal year (FY) 2023 national tax allotment (NTA) of LGUs expected to be lower, because of lower national income during the COVID-19 pandemic years, the LGUs are faced with the challenge of sourcing funds for their financial, as well as in-kind, counterpart to implement the PMNP.
Two municipalities in the region, one in Leyte and one in Samar, expressed their concern that, with the reduced NTA, they may not be able to source the required financial and in-kind counterpart to implement the PMNP in 2023, which will affect their annual performance which is further the basis for succeeding years’ annual allocation for the project.
The Department of Health issued Department Memorandum (DM) No. 2023-0061, entitled “Selection Criteria and Process for Areas Replacement under the PMNP”, in anticipation of identified LGUs that may not be able to continue with their engagement in the project. In the said DM, the replacement municipalities, after having met the same criteria as the initial selection process, shall be endorsed by the Regional Development Council (RDC) - Social Development Committee (SDC). Hence, during the Committee meeting on 12 May 2023, the RDC VIII-SDC endorsed the inclusion of the municipalities of Batbatngon, Leyte, and Arteche, Eastern Samar, as replacement areas in the PMNP, maintaining the 70 municipalities for the region.
The main proponents of the PMNP are the National Nutrition Council (NNC), Department of Health (DOH), and Department of Social Welfare and Development through the KALAHI-CIDDS, with partners from the Inter-Agency Taskforce on Zero Hunger (IATF-ZH), Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), Department of Agriculture (DA), and Department of Science and Technology - Food and Nutrition Research Institute (DOST-FNRI).
