In the effort to make healthcare more accessible in the Philippines, RHEA Generics partnered with the Department of Health (DOH) and Mercury Drug Corporation to organize the Generic Awareness Month 2024 event.
Held on September 24 at the Mercury Drug Q-Plaza Branch in Cainta, Rizal, the event focused on the theme “Generics para sa kalidad na alaga at ginhawang abot kaya!,” emphasizing the importance of making essential medications accessible, affordable, and available to Filipino families.
The celebration featured important guests, including Neogin Evangelista, President and General Manager of PHILUSA Corporation; Johanna Mallari-Abella, Unit Head of Policy, Program Development, and Research at the Department of Health; and Corazon Sy Lim, Vice President of the Merchandising Division at Mercury Drug Corporation.
Many people mistakenly think that generic medicines are lower quality than brand-name ones. Evangelista discussed this in his speech, saying that healthcare is a right for every Filipino, not a privilege. He pointed out that RHEA Generics meets the same international standards as brand-name medications. Regulatory bodies like the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the European Medicines Agency (EMA) ensure that generics are thoroughly tested for safety and effectiveness.
Generic medicines contain the same active ingredients as brand-name medicines. They help ensure that low-income families can access essential medicines without losing quality.
“Hindi natin kailangan ng mamahaling solusyon sa ating kalusugan. With our annual celebration of Generics Awareness Month, we aim to raise public awareness on the value and benefits of generic medicines, which offer affordable solutions for managing health conditions without sacrificing quality,” said Mallari-Abella.
The celebration saw participation from various community groups, including members of the Manggahan Pasig City PWD Association, Karangalan Senior Citizen Group, and Women’s Unity Empowerment Federation Inc. RHEA Generics provided free consultations and health services, further demonstrating their commitment to healthcare accessibility.
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