Tag: Barangay Health Workers

  • New Magna Carta Bill Enhances Training and Benefits for Barangay Health Workers

    Senator Loren Legarda announced on Tuesday that the passage of Senate Bill No. 2838, known as the Magna Carta of Barangay Health Workers (BHWs), will significantly improve the training and benefits available to these community health workers across the nation. The bill, which received final approval from the Senate on Monday, marks a pivotal moment…

  • Surigao del Norte Boosts Barangay Health Workers’ Honorarium to PHP1,500

    In a move to enhance the welfare of its community health workers, the provincial government of Surigao del Norte has announced a significant increase in the monthly honorarium for barangay health workers (BHWs). Starting this month, the honorarium has been raised from PHP1,000 to PHP1,500, as stated by Janis Medina Reginio from the provincial information…

  • Sorsogon Province Boosts Barangay Health Workers’ Morale with Extra Honoraria

    In a move to appreciate the tireless efforts of its barangay health workers (BHWs), the Sorsogon provincial government has disbursed an additional PHP1,800 to over 3,000 BHWs across 14 towns and one city. The distribution, which kicked off on December 5, 2024, was highlighted during a payout event in Sorsogon City. This initiative, separate from…