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Written by Dr. Sherrie Ann Cananua-Labid, Samar State University, Research and Utilization Committee

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Published: 15 June 2023

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Date: 31 May 2023

Virtual/Online – Samar State University faculty members and researchers participated in the HERDIN Orientation and Learning Session on 31 May 2023. The event, organized by the Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (PCHRD), aimed to introduce the HERDIN platform and its valuable features to research-generating institutions. The session focused on enabling participants to effectively manage, organize, and disseminate their research outputs.

Under the coordination of the Executive Director for Research, Dr. Sherrie Ann Cananua-Labid, who also serves as the Eastern Visayas Health Research and Development Consortium-Research and Utilization Chair, the HERDIN Orientation and Learning Session assembled a distinguished panel of experts and influential speakers in the field. The program encompassed engaging talks, insightful discussions, and interactive sessions, all dedicated to exploring the diverse facets of HERDIN and its invaluable role in research endeavors.

Dr. Jaime C. Montoya, PCHRD Executive Director, delivered the opening remarks, highlighting the importance of research collaboration and knowledge dissemination in advancing healthcare. Following this, Ms. Maria Violeta C. Intia provided an in-depth overview of the HERDIN platform, emphasizing its role in connecting researchers and facilitating the exchange of health research information.

"Dr. Jaime C. Montoya, delivering his opening remarks"

The session continued with informative talks by PCHRD experts. Ms. Mylene B. Marco shared insights on creating HERDIN accounts, while Ms. Grace Ruth T. Daulat delved into the intricacies of the Research, Researcher, and Institution Form Data Fields. Participants also gained valuable knowledge on HERDIN search functionalities from Ms. Renzell Ann M. Parino.

To address copyright and data protection concerns, Atty. Exequiel D. Valerio, Assistant Chief of the Bureau of Copyright and Related Rights, Intellectual Property of the Philippines, provided an overview of copyright regulations. Ms. Roren M. Chin, Division Chief of the Public Information and Assistance Division at the National Privacy Commission, discussed data protection practices. Additionally, Ms. Maria Violeta C. Intia presented HERDIN's data protection measures.

  "Atty. Exequiel D. Valerio discussing an overview of copyright regulations"

"Ms. Roren M. Chin discussing data protection practices"

The HERDIN Orientation and Learning Session concluded with closing remarks from Dr. Marilyn D. Cardoso, the University President, represented by Engr. Mirador G. Labrador, Vice President for Research and Extension Services. The university administration expressed gratitude to the PCHRD for organizing such a valuable session and affirmed their commitment to supporting research initiatives within the institution.

The HERDIN platform, as introduced during the session, plays a crucial role in enhancing research visibility and collaboration. It empowers researchers and research-generating institutions to efficiently manage and share their health research outputs while adhering to copyright and data protection laws.

"By providing Samar State University researchers with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively utilize the HERDIN platform, the orientation and learning session holds the potential to greatly enhance the impact of their research," asserted Dr. Sherrie Ann Cananua-Labid. She continued, stating that this initiative is in complete alignment with the university's mission to actively contribute to the advancement of healthcare and the dissemination of knowledge throughout the region.

Expanding on the EVHRDC commitment to fostering research excellence, Dr. Sherrie Ann Cananua-Labid enthusiastically shared, "We are delighted to announce that Visayas State University (VSU) and Leyte Normal University (LNU), two esteemed State Universities in the region, will also be conducting the same training this year." This exciting development showcases the collaborative efforts of these institutions in promoting research capacity building and underscores the collective dedication to elevating the quality and impact of health research in the region.

For more information about HERDIN and its features, interested individuals can visit the official HERDIN website or reach out to the Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (PCHRD).

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Written by Al Vincent A. Margallo, St. Mary’s Academy of Palo, Inc.

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Published: 15 March 2023

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The Eastern Visayas Health Research and Development Consortium (EVHRDC) effectively demonstrates its goal of attaining its Mission of generating knowledge, innovation technology, products and services in promoting the optimal health of the people in Eastern Visayas. In light with this, DOST-EVHRDC conducted a Call for Proposals for Biotechnological, Biomedical, and Social Science Health Researches, aiming to generate health research proposals that could help address the needs of health systems in Eastern Visayas.

The activity highlighted the discussion on the 2023-2028 RUHRA, which was led by Mr. Leonido P. Olobia (RMC Chair). Afterwards, there were discussions in connection to the “Biotechnological/Biomedical Health Research Topics in the Region” delivered by Dr. Antonio E. Lim, Jr. (RMC Member), the discussion concerning the “Social Health Innovation” delivered by Dr. Meredith Labarda (RMC Member), the presentation on the Regional Research Fund by Dr. Lucia P. Dauz (Consortium Director), a presentation about the Mechanics of the Call for Proposals by Dr. Catalino P. Dotollo, Jr. (RMC Member), the TRB Review of Full-blown proposals by Sr. John Mary S. Fornillos, the discussion about the ERC Review by Mr. Raymond G. Campo (ERC Secretariat), and the 2023 Call for Proposals of the Science for Change Program by Ms. Gwendoline Seno (RRDIC Secretariat).

The focal point of the aforementioned gathering is to discuss and brainstorm together with the stakeholders in order to gather capsule proposals from researchers of EVHRDC’s member institutions, which could possibly be funded through DOST-PCHRD’s Regional Research Fund and DOH Research grant. The submitted capsule proposals will be reviewed by the EVRHDC-RMC. This will be followed by a series of mentoring sessions for the researchers who will qualify for the Full-Blown proposal development. The Full-blown proposals will be further reviewed by the Technical Review Board to be later endorsed to the EVHRDC-Ethics Review Committee for ethical review. Once the researcher surpasses the series of proposal review, the funding process will then commence after the submission of all necessary documentary requirements. This procedure will then be facilitated by the EVHRDC Secretariat.

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Written by Sherrie Ann Cananua-Labid, Samar State University, Research Utilization Committee

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Published: 08 May 2023

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The chairs and members of various working committees of the 16th Philippine National Health Research System (PNHRS) Week Celebration from the Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (PCHRD) and Eastern Visayas Health Research and Development Consortium (EVHRDC), gathered at Summit Hotel in Tacloban City last April 28, to prepare for the upcoming PNHRS week celebration scheduled on August 8-11, 2023.

The celebration is an annual event that brings together health researchers, policy-makers, and stakeholders, to share their research findings and discuss innovative solutions to pressing health challenges in the Philippines. This conference aims to promote evidence-based decision-making, improve health outcomes, and strengthen health research in the country.

Dr. Exuperia B. Sabalberino, Chair of EVHRDC’s Executive Committee (EXECOM) and DOH Regional Director, presided over the meeting and expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to host the PNHRS conference in the Eastern Visayas region.

“We are excited to showcase our region's contributions to health research, and learn from other regions' experiences. We hope that this activity will inspire more researchers to pursue health research, and help improve health outcomes in the Philippines,” she shared.

Dr. Sabalberino noted the high energy level of the attendees and expressed her hope that this energy would be sustained until the PNHRS celebration.

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Written by Consuelo Alarcon, PIA 08

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Published: 06 December 2022

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TACLOBAN CITY, LEYTE (PIA) – With the looming possibilities of surge of COVID-19 cases due to the forthcoming festivities, the Department of Health Eastern Visayas Center for Health Development (DOH-EVCHD) is set to formally launch today, December 6, the 3-day PinasLakas Special Vaccination Days - Bakunahang Bayan Part II with DOH Undersecretary Camilo Pancratius Cascolan to grace the activity.

The activity will be conducted through settting-based vaccination in malls, terminals, adjacent to schools, workplaces, clinics, pharmacies and fast-food establishments across the region.

Dr. Rodolfo Antonio M. Albornoz, assistant regional director of the Department of Health Eastern Visayas has called on all national government agencies and the local government units to provide support to the Bakunahang Bayan Part II in order to improve the COVID-19 booster coverage and to achieve the wall of immunity.

“Again, we appreciate hindi naman kayang gawin ito ng health sector alone-the DOH, ano ito whole-of-society o whole-of-government approach at kaakibat natin dito ang mga partners sa RVOC committee na eventually ang target naman natin dito na maging safe at protektado ang mga kababayan natin sa Eastern Visayas,” Albornoz said.

Albornoz said while the gathering of people cannot be avoided this holiday season, it would be better for Filipinos to be protected.

The 3-day vaccination drive aims to facilitate the rapid mobilization of vaccination services in order to reach 50% booster coverage among eligible population 12 years old and above and the remaining 5-11 years old and those individuals with due second doses, missed doses or booster doses particularly in health and economic sector.

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