The National Kidney and Transplant Institute Inaugurates its COVID-19 Hemodialysis Facility

The National Kidney and Transplant Institute, in collaboration with the Department of Health, the Department of Public Works and Highways, and the Inter-Agency Task Force on Emerging Infectious Disease inaugurated its new off-site modular hemodialysis facility for dialysis patients afflicted with COVID-19 in the morning of May 5, 2021. 

As part of its commitment to protect and improve the health of people around the world, B. Braun Avitum Philippines, Inc., the largest hemodialysis company in the country, entered into an agreement with NKTI under its tender process to provide hemodialysis machines, supplies as well as manpower to operate the hemodialysis COVID-19 facility.

Shopee Partners with the DTI to Support Community-Owned Food Businesses through the National Food Fair

From May 10 to 16, shoppers can look forward to up to 30% off on select local products 

As entrepreneurs continue to find ways to thrive amidst the challenges posed by health and safety protocols, Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, partners with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) to support local businesses through the National Food Fair 2021. 

Following its first successful run in May of 2020, Shopee and DTI are relaunching the National Food Fair this year to give micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) an online platform to showcase their products during these trying times. This year’s National Food Fair will follow last year’s online set-up, which was the first of its kind. From May 10-16, buyers can find products such as jams, pastries, condiments, and more from local sellers at the National Food Fair. 

MUSICA FEUROPA 12 - A Virtual Choral festival And Concert of Champions

Musica FEUROPA, Far Eastern University’s annual choral festival with the European Union Delegation in the Philippines as its principal partner proudly presents Musica FEUropa 12, a virtual series of concerts for the first time on  May 15, 22, 29 and 30, 2021.

Musica FEUROPA 12  will celebrate the power of music with choral groups sharing their virtual performances  to showcase both Philippine and European pieces for the  public to see, hear and enjoy.

Musica FEUROPA aims to elevate the standards of participating choirs by using the European guidelines for competitions. It prepares Filipino choirs to participate in European choral competitions and fosters an openness to cultural exchange. 

Shopee and Alex Gonzaga Make Akinse Shopping More Fun, Rewarding, and Worthwhile at Shopee 5.15 Payday Sale

Aside from free shipping, 15% cashback, and ₱15 deals, shoppers can also enjoy Shopee’s latest TV commercial featuring Alex Gonzaga

Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, introduces Alex Gonzaga as the face of Shopee’s Payday Sales. The actress, dubbed the new Shopee Princess, will act as Filipinos’ payday shopping buddy as she shares the best money-saving deals to enjoy at Shopee’s Payday Sales.

Ruoshan Tao, Head of Marketing at Shopee Philippines, said, “We’re excited to kick off our 5.15 Payday Sale with Alex Gonzaga, who is one of the most beloved TV and social media personalities of her generation. With her quirky, vibrant character and ability to connect with Filipinos, we believe Alex is the perfect person to guide shoppers as they try to spend their money wisely by looking for all the best deals on the platform. We hope Filipinos will be able to maximize their money’s worth this akinse with all the discounts and rewards Shopee has to offer at the 5.15 Payday Sale.”

Five Fun Ways to Beat the Heat this Summer

Enjoy summer vacation at home with deals from Shopee Mall and ShopeePay

Summer is here! And while going to the beach or going for a swim isn’t as easy to choose to do as before, you can still make the most out of the season in the comforts of your own home where you are most safe and sound. 

Grab your favorite milk tea beverage

What’s summer without iced drinks? ShopeePay now offers customers a safer and more convenient way to pay for their favorite summertime beverages!

Vaccine champions: A Doctor to the Barrio on challenges being faced by GIDA areas

When I first arrived in Datu Blah Sinsuat, Maguindanao, I was amazed by its pristine waters and majestic mountains. It was exhilarating for me since I am an outdoor person and love to go mountain climbing. As days went by and my euphoria subsided, I found out that the health situation here is far more difficult than I have imagined.

This is a sixth-class municipality and all 13 barangays are considered Geographically Isolated and Disadvantaged Areas (GIDA). There was no cellphone signal at that time and electricity was erratic. The main form of transportation is through motorized pump boats, even though it is still connected to the mainland. Other areas can be accessed by a single motorcycle coming from the opposite municipalities where it needs to pass through dangerous paths and cliffs.

Get a chance to win up to Php 1 million in Home Credit’s Loan in a Million Raffle Promo

For the first time ever, Home Credit Philippines—the country's leading consumer finance company with nationwide store presence and rapidly growing mobile presence—will be giving away a grand cash prize of Php 1 million to one (1) lucky Home Credit customer and a cash prize of Php 50,000 each to eight (8) other winners. 

This promo is open to all Home Credit customers who have signed a new loan contract between May 1, 2021 to June 30, 2021.

To qualify for the promo, customers must sign a Home Credit loan or cash loan or apply for a loan via Marketplace (which can be availed via the My Home Credit App) or simply avail a discount from our SMILE partners nationwide.

For more chances of winning, customers can earn one (1) additional raffle entry for every fulfilled transaction of the following: