Today, as we are in community quarantine and as we practice social distancing, telemedicine may be the answer to the need of patients seeking consult but unable to travel or unwilling to take the risk of additional exposure to the novel coronavirus.
With the income tax filing deadline extended to May 15, 2020, many Filipinos who are stuck at home because of the public health situation can pay their taxes early via the Pay Bills section of the PayMaya app on their phone.
The SEC has approved the guidelines allowing participation in corporate meetings through teleconferencing, video conferencing and other remote or electronic means of communications amid the Covid-19 lockdown.
The National Privacy Commission (NPC) said the Data Privacy Act is clear in its provisions that personal information can only be collected when it is necessary and that it should only be disclosed to the proper authority.
The DICT said on Wednesday, March 18, that it has proposed the adoption of telecommuting guidelines to the Civil Service Commission as government offices across the country embrace the alternative work arrangement as a way of preventing the spread of Covid-19.
A party-list lawmaker is urging the Philippine government to request for access to the artificial intelligence (AI) tools that the World Health Organization (WHO) is using to fight the novel coronavirus.
The free 24/7 services will be available through 02-894-Covid. Smart and PLDT subscribers will also be able to use the 1555 hotline for free. Subscribers from other networks can access the 1555 hotline once technical adjustments are completed.
The DICT said the servicemen and linemen fall under the travel exception as provided for under the Memorandum on Community Quarantine Over the Entire Luzon issued by the Office of the President.
Banks are urging the general public to utilize digital and online platforms for their payment requirements and inquiries as the government implements community quarantine to address the rise of Covid-19 cases.
