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TO OUR FELLOW DSAP MEMBERS,

The National Affairs Committee is sending you this communication to give you updates on the following issues:

A. SENIOR CITIZENS

1. RA 3561 “Expanded Senior Citizens Act of 2009”

THE FACTS

Senate Bill (SB) 3561, known as the “Expanded Senior Citizens Act of 2009” was recently signed into law by President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo.

TO OUR FELLOW DSAP MEMBERS,

The National Affairs Committee is sending you this communication to give you updates on the following issues:

A. SENIOR CITIZENS

1. RA 3561 “Expanded Senior Citizens Act of 2009”

THE FACTS

Senate Bill (SB) 3561, known as the “Expanded Senior Citizens Act of 2009” was recently signed into law by President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo. The law amends RA 9257. The law among others provides for:

a. Exemption from value added tax (VAT) on the sale of goods and services from all establishments, for the exclusive use and enjoyment or availment of senior citizens:

- Purchases of medicines including purchases of influenza and pneumococcal vaccines

- Professional fees of doctors and hospitals/clinics

- Medical, dental, and laboratory fees

b. For burden sharing of discounts among retailers, manufacturers and distributors with the DOH establishing guidelines on its execution through an IRR.

c. That in the purchase of goods and services with promotional discount, the senior citizen can avail of the promotional discount or the senior citizen discount whichever is higher.

d. For the Office of the Mayor to exercise supervision over the OSCA and that complaints on violators of the act shall be reported to the said office.

e. For stiffer penalties on violation, there will be a fine of P50,000 to P100,000 and imprisonment of not less than 6 months but not more than 2 years on first violation and P100,000 to P200,000 and imprisonment of not less than 2 years but not more than 6 years on subsequent violations.

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January 11, 2010


Dear fellow drugstore owners and operators,

We, the DSAP Negros Occidental Chapter, have the pleasure of inviting you to the 6th DSAP VIS-MIN DRUGSTORE BUSINESS CONFERENCE on the 15th – 17th of April 2010, in the City of Smiles-Bacolod!

The Conference will happen in the La Proa Grand Ballroom of L’Fisher Hotel covering a range of activities from opening to unveiling followed by company presentations to plenary sessions and panel discussions ending with a question-and-answer portion.

January 11, 2010


Dear fellow drugstore owners and operators,

We, the DSAP Negros Occidental Chapter, have the pleasure of inviting you to the 6th DSAP VIS-MIN DRUGSTORE BUSINESS CONFERENCE on the 15th – 17th of April 2010, in the City of Smiles-Bacolod!

The Conference will happen in the La Proa Grand Ballroom of L’Fisher Hotel covering a range of activities from opening to unveiling followed by company presentations to plenary sessions and panel discussions ending with a question-and-answer portion. 

At the Conference we would like to:

•     Discuss issues and policies affecting the drugstore retail industry;
•     Improve your business operations by keeping you abreast with the latest trends in  the drugstore retail industry;
•     Establish new trade partnerships and strengthen existing business relationships;
•     Promote fellowship and strengthen unity among us.

To achieve these, we decided on the theme “Conquering Challenges through INNOVATION” focusing on the following topics depending on the availability of resource persons:

•    THE GOVERNMENT AND THE DRUGSTORE RETAIL INDUSTRY
A panel discussion on Electronic-Essential Drug Price Monitoring  System (e-EDPMS), the MDRP, and the magna carta for Persons with Disability (PWD) together with the Bureau of Food and Drugs (BFAD), Department of Health (DOH), Department of Social Welfare & Development (DSWD) and the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR).

•    WORKING TOGETHER WITH PHARMACEUTICAL, MEDICAL AND HEALTH-RELATED SECTORS
Bilateral talks between the drugstore owners and representative(s) of the  Pharmaceutical & Healthcare Association of the Philippines (PHAP), Philippine Hospital Association (PHA), Philippine Pharmacist Association (PPHA), Philippine Medical Association (PMA) just to  mention a few.

•    INNOVATION: A MUST IN THE FACE OF CRISIS
Innovative approaches to surmount the economic crisis and discovering ways to accelerate growth in the business. 

•    INNOVATE WITHIN
Focuses on intra-personal and spiritual strengthening to synchronize one’s self with the demands of external challenges.

Events for the evening have been designated as Fellowship Nights to provide you a memorable, fun and exciting experience as you unwind at the end of each day.

Day 1 (April 15):      “Welcome to Bacolod – The City of Smiles!”
Revel in the masquerade party inspired by the world-renowned Masskara Festival. Come in your most comfortable and chic attire IN BLACK accessorized by the most outrageous, wacky and funky eyewear or eye  masks! You might just win the award for the attire that puts a smile on everybody’s face!
 
Day 2 (April 16):      “Welcome to NEGROS OCCIDENTAL – ‘Tubo kag madamo pa!’”
Chill out in the genteel past of Negros Occidental amidst the backdrop of The Ruins while savoring the delicacies of the province.  Wear anything WHITE—let your hair down and be charmed by the merriment of specially selected festivals and Negrense talents!

The two day business conference will be capped by a day of cultural, heritage and eco-adventure tour.  On April 17, gear up and discover the treasures of Negros!

Should you be joining us, we are enclosing a REGISTRATION FORM as well as hotel listings, tour package itinerary and hotel reservation forms.   We encourage you to avail of our “early bird” registration discounted rates on or before February 15, 2010.

For your ease and convenience, we have authorized reputable travel agencies to attend to your hotel booking needs and tour arrangements.  Please refer to the hotel listings and tour package itinerary for details.

For additional information, please go to our website: www. wix.com/6thvismin/drugstores or you can email us at vismin6.site@gmail.com.   You may also contact the following:
 
ROSALIE “Pinky” HISMAÑA
    Landline:           (034) 722-0335 or (034) 488-0334
    Mobile phone:    0918-9132-661
    Email:               pinikjun@yahoo.com

JESUS TAN, JR.
    Landline:           (034) 707-5512
    Mobile phone:    0920-8959-086
    Email:                jestanjr@yahoo.com


Bacolod City awaits you for the 6th Vis-Min Business Conference, 2010!


Sincerely yours,


Jesus Tan, Jr.
Chairperson
6th Vis-Min Drugstores Business Conference

It’s time for the next destination…..   the City of Smiles - Bacolod City!

Inviting all drugstore owners throughout the country to join the 6th DSAP VISMIN DRUGSTORES BUSINESS CONFERENCE which will be held at L’ Fisher Hotel, Bacolod City on the 15th, 16th and 17th of April, 2010!

The host, DSAP Negros Occidental Chapter, is already cooking up a range of activities from the opening ceremonies, plenary sessions, panel discussions and fellowship nights with unique themes and held at spectacular venues.  To cap the event, a heritage and eco-adventure tour of Negros was designed to give each and everyone an unwinding, yet exciting experience!

It’s time for the next destination…..   the City of Smiles - Bacolod City!

Inviting all drugstore owners throughout the country to join the 6th DSAP VISMIN DRUGSTORES BUSINESS CONFERENCE which will be held at L’ Fisher Hotel, Bacolod City on the 15th, 16th and 17th of April, 2010!

The host, DSAP Negros Occidental Chapter, is already cooking up a range of activities from the opening ceremonies, plenary sessions, panel discussions and fellowship nights with unique themes and held at spectacular venues.  To cap the event, a heritage and eco-adventure tour of Negros was designed to give each and everyone an unwinding, yet exciting experience!

With the theme “Conquering Challenges through Innovation,” expect a bunch of new ideas and inputs from our inspiring speakers.  Not only that! The delegates (drugstore owners) will also have a share in the limelight as they will be encouraged to share their thoughts and concerns during the panel discussions.  One should not miss the panel discussions with the exceptional line up of panelists from the government agencies (including DOH, FDA, DSWD and BIR) and the leaders in the private healthcare and pharmaceutical organizations (including PHAP, PMA, PPHA and PMA).

For more details, please contact the DSAP Secretariat (look for Ivan or Joan):

Tel No       :  (034) 476-5428

TeleFax     :  (034) 433-3379;   (034) 7090217

Mobile No   :  0917-7005-310

Email         :  dsapvismin@aol.com;   vismin6th_sec@yahoo.com

Website     :  www.wix.com/6thvismin/drugstores

Bacolod City awaits you!  Register and make your flight and hotel bookings now!