Philippine Senate Amends and Passes Anti-Hospital Detention Bill

The Philippine Senate has amended and passed a bill aimed at strengthening the anti-hospital detention law. This legislation seeks to prevent hospitals from detaining patients due to unpaid medical bills.

17 Aug, 21:02 — 17 Aug, 21:02

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Senate amends antihospital detention law

MANILA, Philippines — The Senate on Monday approved on third and final reading a bill that aims to strengthen the protection of patients and their relatives by preventing their detention in hospitals and medical facilities over unpaid bills or medical expenses. A total of 18 senators voted in favor of Senate Bill (SB) No. 1511,

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