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PCSO releases P420M to PhilHealth amid fight vs. Covid-19
The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) has transferred P420.585 million to PhilHealth to aid in covering medical expenses for COVID-19 patients.
PCSO General Manager Royina Marzan-Garma stated that the funds originated from PCSO gaming patrons, with ticket purchases contributing to the PCSO Charity Fund.
This contribution aims to reinforce PhilHealth's capability to respond to the pandemic and alleviate financial worries for COVID-19 patients and their families.
PhilHealth had previously committed to covering the full cost of COVID-19 treatments until April 14, 2020, and planned to issue updated guidelines.
Additionally, PCSO is set to release P447 million to 81 government hospitals for COVID-19 related expenses, including testing kits, PPE, and confinement costs.
These hospitals are required to submit a hospital profile and license from the Department of Health or an undertaking to submit them later.
PCSO assures the public of its proactive role in combating COVID-19 and providing assistance to local government units for community health initiatives.
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