Current status and challenges in the care of patients with bacterial meningitis in the Philippines: a scoping review

After summarizing the major features of the ASEAN labor market and patterns of labor migration in Asia, the article describes the origins and current status of the ASEAN Free Trade Area (AFTA) and its main mechanism, the Common Effective Preferential Tariff (CEPT) Scheme. Projections are offered on the effects on regional trade after AFTA. Though the volume of intra-regional trade may be less significant than in the cases of Europe or North America, AFTA is likely to have a significant effect on promoting a regional division of labor. Although AFTA is limited to the manufacturing sector, in the future the Philippines may find a niche in services requiring “knowledge workers” such as accountants and computer analysts.

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Safe Management of Spent Radiation Source (5) Current Status of Spent Radiation Source Management in the Philippines

Japanese Journal of Health Physics ◽

10.5453/jhps.38.168 ◽

2003 ◽

Vol 38 (2) ◽

pp. 168-174

Author(s):

E. M. VALDEZCO ◽

E. A. MARCELO ◽

E. S. CASERIA ◽

D. S. SALOM

Keyword(s):

Radiation Source ◽

The Philippines ◽

Current Status ◽

Safe Management ◽

Source Management

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Application of action research in the field of healthcare: a scoping review protocol

HRB Open Research ◽

10.12688/hrbopenres.13276.1 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 4 ◽

pp. 46

Author(s):

Mary Casey ◽

David Coghlan ◽

Áine Carroll ◽

Diarmuid Stokes ◽

Kinley Roberts ◽

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Keyword(s):

Action Research ◽

Scoping Review ◽

Scientific Evidence ◽

Empirical Studies ◽

Current Status ◽

Research Approach ◽

Traditional Research ◽

Comprehensive Framework ◽

Research Studies

Background: Traditional research approaches are increasingly challenged in healthcare contexts as they produce abstract thinking rather than practical application. In this regard, action research is a growing area of popularity and interest, essentially because of its dual focus on theory and action. However, there is a need for action researchers not only to justify their research approach but also to demonstrate the quality of their empirical studies. Therefore, the authors set out to examine the current status of the quality of extant action research studies in healthcare to encourage improved scholarship in this area. The aim of this scoping review is to identify, explore and map the literature regarding the application of action research in either individual, group or organisational domains in any healthcare context. Methods: The systematic scoping review will search the literature within the databases of CINAHL, PubMed and ABI/Inform within the recent five-year period to investigate the scientific evidence of the quality of action research studies in healthcare contexts. The review will be guided by Arksey and O'Malley’s five mandatory steps, which have been updated and published online by the Joanna Briggs Institute. The review will follow the PRISMA-ScR framework guidelines to ensure the standard of the methodological and reporting approaches are exemplary. Conclusion: This paper outlines the protocol for an exploratory scoping review to systematically and comprehensively map out the evidence as to whether action research studies demonstrate explicitly how the essential factors of a comprehensive framework of action research are upheld. The review will summarise the evidence on the quality of current action research studies in healthcare. It is anticipated that the findings will inform future action researchers in designing studies to ensure the quality of the studies is upheld.

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Neuro-oncology in the Philippines: a scoping review on the state of medical practice, deterrents to care and therapeutic gaps

ecancermedicalscience ◽

10.3332/ecancer.2021.1238 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 15 ◽

Author(s):

Mark Willy L Mondia ◽

Adrian I Espiritu ◽

Julette Marie F Batara ◽

Roland Dominic G Jamora

Keyword(s):

Medical Practice ◽

Scoping Review ◽

The Philippines ◽

The State

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The future of farm tourism in the Philippines: challenges, strategies and insights

Journal of Tourism Futures ◽

10.1108/jtf-06-2020-0101 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽

Author(s):

Kafferine Yamagishi ◽

Cecil Gantalao ◽

Lanndon Ocampo

Keyword(s):

Agricultural Land ◽

Tourism Development ◽

Skills Training ◽

The Philippines ◽

Historical Narrative ◽

Government Support ◽

Current Status ◽

Content Type ◽

Depth Analysis ◽

Farm Tourism

Purpose This study aims to draw observations on the current status and potentials of the Philippines as a farm tourism destination and identify the underlying factors that inhibit farm tourism development. It intends to gauge the challenges that Filipino farmers face in diversifying farms and operating farm sites and uses these challenges in crafting strategies and policies for relevant stakeholders. It also provides Philippine farm tourism literature to address the limitations of references in the topic. Design/methodology/approach The study adopts an exploratory type of inquiry method and secondary data collection from various sources, such as published journal articles, news articles and reports, to gain insights and relevant information on farm tourism. The study also uses a threats, opportunities, weaknesses and strengths analysis approach to develop competitive farm tourism strategies. Findings The Philippines, with vast agricultural land, has the necessary base for farm tourism, and the enactment of the Farm Tourism Development Act of 2016 bridges this potential. With low agricultural outputs, the country draws relevance for farm tourism as a farm diversification strategy to supplement income in rural communities. While having these potentials, crucial initiatives in physical characteristics, product development, education and training, management and entrepreneurship, marketing and customer relations and government support must be implemented. Farmers' lack of skills, training and capital investment potential to convert their farms into farm tourism sites serves as the major drawback. Thus, developing entrepreneurial and hospitality skills is crucial. Originality/value This work presents a historical narrative of initiatives and measures of the Philippine farm tourism sector. It also provides a holistic discussion and in-depth analysis of the current state, potentials, strategies and forward insights for farm tourism development.

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Peer-coaching with health care professionals: What is the current status of the literature and what are the key components necessary in peer-coaching? A scoping review

Medical Teacher ◽

10.3109/0142159x.2013.836269 ◽

2013 ◽

Vol 36 (1) ◽

pp. 38-46 ◽

Cited By ~ 46

Author(s):

Heidi Schwellnus ◽

Heather Carnahan

Keyword(s):

Health Care ◽

Scoping Review ◽

Health Care Professionals ◽

Peer Coaching ◽

Current Status

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Developing Astronomy Research and Education in the Philippines

Proceedings of the International Astronomical Union ◽

10.1017/s1743921314012198 ◽

2012 ◽

Vol 10 (H16) ◽

pp. 568-568

Author(s):

R. M. D. Sese ◽

M. B. N. (Thijs) Kouwenhoven

Keyword(s):

White Paper ◽

The Philippines ◽

Current Status ◽

Asian Countries ◽

International Astronomical ◽

Research And Education ◽

Near Future ◽

Education Outreach ◽

Astronomy And Astrophysics

AbstractIn the past few years, the Philippines has been gradually developing its research and educational capabilities in astronomy and astrophysics. In terms of astronomy development, it is still lagging behind several neighboring Southeast Asian countries such as Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia, while it is advanced with respect to several others. One of the main issues hampering progress is the scarcity of trained professional Filipino astronomers, as well as long-term visions for astronomy development. Here, we will be presenting an overview of astronomy education and research in the country. We will discuss the history and current status of astronomy in the Philippines, including all levels of education, outreach and awareness activities, as well as potential areas for research and collaborations. We also discuss issues that need to be addressed to ensure sustainable astronomy development in the Philippines. Finally, we discuss several ongoing and future programs aimed at promoting astronomy research and education. In essence, the work is a precursor of a possible white paper which we envision to submit to the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) in the near future, with which we aim to further convince the authorities of the importance of astrophysics. With the support of the International Astronomical Union (IAU), this may eventually lead to the creation of a separate astronomy agency in the Philippines.

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