Gov't to Shoulder PhilHealth Premiums for Employed Solo Parents
The Philippine government will shoulder the employee's share of PhilHealth premiums for employed solo parents, regardless of income, once their membership records are updated, the Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) announced Tuesday.
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