A memorandum of understanding (MOU) has been sealed on Monday between the University of the Philippines Manila - National Institute of Health (UP-NIH) and the Department of Health (DOH) to strengthen research towards universal health care (UHC).&nbsp;
DOH Undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire mentioned that experts can develop appropriate interventions that can facilitate improved policy development and implementation through the help of science.&nbsp;
After the signing of the MOU, the DOH and UP-NIH had further discussions.&nbsp;
Meanwhile, the ceremonial signing of the MOU was attended by representatives from relevant government agencies,&nbsp; policymakers, researchers, clinicians, and students.&nbsp;
The discussion served as a forum for reflection and learning about ethical challenges in research and policy during the Covid-19 pandemic, as well as the presentation of actionable evidence-based recommendations for health policy and public health programs.
The DOH would fund the UP-NIH to conduct health promotion research, contribute to evidence-informed policy advocacy, and advance relevant research and advocacy skills through the establishment of the Institute of Health Promotion.
Vergeire was joined by UP Manila Chancellor Carmencita Padilla and UP-NIH executive director Eva Maria Cutiongco-Dela Paz during the signing.&nbsp;

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