Issue No. 22 February 2009

The official Newsletter of The official Newsletter of

Orientationof Healthcare Benefits

RHIBI’sVarious Representations

10 Essential HealthTips

New Year, New Words!

Client’s Feedback

RHIBI’sCompany Activities

Wellness Tie - Ups

“Facing the Economic Challenges of 2009”

We enter 2009 with facing difficult economic conditions, the uncertainty of losing jobs or livelihood can add stress to individuals and family. It is important that we all protect our greatest asset--our health.

Taking care of yourself or your family should never be viewed as a luxury, particularly if you have a chronic illness, or if you are unemployed or uninsured.

Here are some tips to spend less and stay healthy:

Take your medications as prescribed. If you take medications for a chronic condition such as high blood pressure, asthma, arthritis, or diabetes, it can be extremely dangerous and ultimately more costly to stop taking them or alter your dose without consulting your doctor. Ask your doctor if a generic drug would be appropriate--the quality, strength, and purity are the same as brand-name drugs, but they're cheaper because the manufacturer didn't invest millions to develop the drug. Keep important medical appointments. If you have a chronic illness or if your child is due for required immunizations, please, keep those appointments. Continue self-exams and annual screenings. Take advantage of free health screenings at local clinics, hospitals, or health fairs. Sign up for periodic screening reminders from your barangay. Your barangay has several health programs for residents.If you smoke, quit. Smoking kills plus it will save you money. A smoker who consumes 1 pack per day will save over Php 14,000 per year! Get moving. Regular exercise reduces your risk of heart disease, diabetes, stroke, high blood pressure, and osteoporosis. Eat healthy. Avoid fast-food meals. Instead, try cooking at home, including more fruits and vegetables in each meal. Be resourceful. If you have health care benefits, check to see if your plan includes lifestyle programs and preventive services.

Remember, health is wealth!

Life Alert

Responsive’s Voltaire Victoria (AVP-Sales & Marketing) and Chris Tan (CCD Manager) together with Intellicare’s Phoebe Alvarez and Darryl Sibangan(Marketing Assistants) conducted the orientation in coordination with Ms. Bernadette Estrada, HR Officer of Gentle Supreme Philippines.

The three-day orientation was spearheaded by Responsive’s Voltaire Victoria and Chris Tan together with Valucare’s Tet Cabalquinto and Dave Almazan (Marketing Officers) in coordination with Rainmaker’s Mr. Rico Enriquez (HR Director), Ms. Cecille Reyes (Compensation & Benefits Manager) and Ms. Tel Castro (Benefits Supervisor)

A re-orientation of healthcare benefits of Test Solution after the renewal of their Agreement with Intellicare.

Responsive’s Volts Victoria oriented the employees of Perfect Dimension headed by its Chairman & CEO, Dr. Ferdinand Sarfati.

GENTLE SUPREME PHILIPPINES(September 10, 2008)

RAINMAKER ASIA( October 28-30, 2008)

TEST SOLUTION SERVICES, INC.(October 3, 2008)

PERFECT DIMENSION CORPORATION(November 4, 2008)

(from left) Responsive’s Volts Victoria (AVP-Sales & Marketing), Phil. Aluminum Wheels, Inc’s NetteEstipona (HR & Admin. Manager), Medserv’s Dr. Cherryl Carreon, PAWI’s Fritzie Arreola (Asst. Manager, Int’l. Marketing), Juvy Peralta (Marketing Manager - Local) and Meann Solis (Company Nurse), and Responsive’s Chris Tan (Customer Care Manager)

Mr. Chris Tan, Customer Care Manager of Responsive conducts the Periodic Dialogue on Healthcare with the Innovations Committee of Pricon Microelectronics headed by Ms. Vangie Molina (General Manager of Production, Planning & Control)

October 21, 2008 - Ms. Dorrs Estaniel, HR & Admin Manager of EMS presiding the company’s 1st Suppliers Summit.

December 5, 2008 – Mr. Perry Ferrer, managing director of EMS (center), graciously entertained the officers of Responsive in a line tour of the company’s daily operation.

Life Alert

PAWI’sWellness Program on Stress

Management(October 9, 2008)

Periodic Dialogue with

Pricon Microelectronics

(October 24, 2008)

EMS Components & RHIBI’s Renewed Partnership

10 Essential Health Tips(The Basics to Practice Every Day)

"He who has health has hope, and he who has hope has everything." -Arabian Proverb

4. Reduce StressEasier said than done, stress busters come in many forms. Some techniques recommended by experts are to think positive thoughts. Spend 30 minutes a day doing something you like. (i.e.,Soak in a hot tub; walk on the beach or in a park; read a good book; visit a friend; play with your dog; listen to soothing music; watch a funny movie. Get a massage, a facial or a haircut. Meditate. Count to ten before losing your temper or getting aggravated. Avoid difficult people when possible. Thought for the day: When seeing red, think pink clouds….then float on them.

Life Alert

1. Move More

Make it a daily challenge to find ways to move your body. Climb stairs if given a choice between that and escalators or elevators. Walk your dog; chase your kids; toss balls with friends, mow the lawn. Anything that moves your limbs is not only a fitness tool, it's a stress buster. Think 'move' in small increments of time. It doesn't have to be an hour in the gym or a 45-minute aerobic dance class or tai chi or kickboxing. But that's great when you're up to it. Meanwhile, move more.

Thought for the day: Cha, Cha, Cha…. Then do it!

2. Cut Fat

Avoid the obvious such as fried foods, burgers and other fatty meats (i.e. pork, bacon, ham, salami, ribs and sausage). Dairy products such as cheese, cottage cheese, milk and cream should be eaten in low fat versions. Nuts and sandwich meats, mayonnaise, margarine, butter and sauces should be eaten in limited amounts. Most are available in lower fat versions such as substitute butter, fat free cheeses and mayonnaise.Thought for the day: Lean, mean, fat-burning machine…Then be one!

3. Quit SmokingThe jury is definitely in on this verdict. Ever since 1960 when the Surgeon General announced that smoking was harmful to your health, Americans have been reducing their use of tobacco products that kill. Just recently, we've seen a surge in smoking in adolescents and teens. Could it be the Hollywood influence? It seems the stars in every movie of late smoke cigarettes. Beware. Warn your children of the false romance or 'tough guy' stance of Hollywood smokers. Thought for the day: Give up just one cigarette…. the next one.

10. Choose Your Parents WellThe link between genetics and health is a powerful one. But justbecause one or both of your parents died young in ill health doesn't mean you cannot counteract the genetic pool handed you.

Thought for the day: Follow these basic tips for healthy living and you can better control your own destiny.

5. Protect Yourself from PollutionIf you can't live in a smog-free environment, at least avoid smoke-filled rooms, high traffic areas, breathing in highway fumes and exercising near busy thoroughfares. Exercise outside when the smog rating is low. Exercise indoors in air conditioning when air quality is good. Plant lots of shrubbery in your yard. It's a good pollution and dirt from the street deterrent. Thought for the day: 'Smoke gets in your eyes'…and your mouth, and your nose and your lungs as do pollutants….hum the tune daily.

Life Alert

6. Wear Your Seat BeltStatistics show that seat belts add to longevity and help alleviate potential injuries in car crashes. Thought for the day: Buckle down and buckle up.

7. Floss Your TeethRecent studies make a direct connection between longevity and teeth flossing. Nobody knows exactly why. Perhaps it's because people who floss tend to be more health conscious than people who don't? Thought for the day: Floss and be your body's boss.

8. Avoid Excessive DrinkingWhile recent studies show a glass of wine or one drink a day (two for men) can help protect against heart disease, more than that can c ause other health problems such as liver and kidney disease and cancer. Thought for the day: A jug of wine should last a long time.

9. Keep a Positive Mental OutlookThere's a definitive connection between living well and healthfully and having a cheerful outlook on life. Thought for the day: You can't be unhappy when you're smiling or singing.

Source:

albeitPRONUNCIATION: (al-BEE-it) MEANING: conjunction: Even though; although. ETYMOLOGY: From Middle English al be it (all though it be). USAGE: "Demonstrations, albeit more peaceful ones, continued yesterday, with a few hundred students staging a sit-down protest."Ho Ai Li; A Step Forward; The Straits Times (Singapore); Nov. 8, 2008 ==========

topiary PRONUNCIATION: (TOE-pee-er-ee) MEANING:noun: The art of creating sculptures by clipping, trimming, and training plants. adjective: Of or related to a tree or garden shaped in such a way. ETYMOLOGY: From Latin topiarius (ornamental gardener), from topia (ornamental gardening), from Greek topos (place). USAGE:"Without formal training -- just passion, energy, and discards from the local nursery -- Pearl Fryar began sculpting his acreage into a dazzling array of abstract topiary art, earning this sharecropper's son the local 'Yard of the Month' award. Nowadays, Pearl's hugely expanded, wildly impressive topiary garden has become a major tourist attraction."Kevin Thomas; Movie Reviews; Los Angeles Times; Jul 25, 2008.===========

univocalicPRONUNCIATION: (yoo-niv-uh-KAL-ik) MEANING:noun: A piece of writing that uses only one of the vowels.adjective: Using only one vowel. ETYMOLOGY: From Latin uni- (one) + vocalic (relating to vowels), from vox (voice). NOTES: Here's an example of univocalic that makes use of only the vowel e: Seventh September. The longest one word univocalic is strengthlessness. USAGE:"Most notably, [Christian Bök's] 2001 Eunoia, seven years in the making, became Canada's bestselling poetry book ever -- an incredible feat for such explicitly experimental writing. No comforting fluff here; in the main portion, each chapter employs but a single vowel (e.g., "Enfettered, these sentences repress free speech"), a univocalic constraint."Ed Park; Crystal Method; Village Voice (New York); Dec 16, 2003.==========

pollard PRONUNCIATION: (POL-uhrd) MEANING:noun: 1. A tree cut back to the trunk to encourage a dense growth of new branches. 2. An animal that has its horns or antlers removed or has shed them.verb tr.: To cut off the top of a tree. ETYMOLOGY: From Middle English polle (head). USAGE:"'Here because the sidewalks are so narrow, we pollard mulberry trees to keep them small so they don't obstruct passing buses,' DimitrisPapademas said."Yvette Varvaressou; Pollarding and Pruning of Trees is an Ancient But Little Understood Art; Kathimerini (Athens, Greece); Jan 31, 2003. ==========

pleachPRONUNCIATION: (pleech, playch) MEANING: To interlace branches or vines to make a hedge, decorative shape, arbor, etc. ETYMOLOGY: From Old French plechier, from Latin plectere (to plait). Ultimately from the Indo-European root plek- (to plait) that is also the source of plait, pleat, pliant, ply, apply, deploy, display, exploit, replicate, and perplex. USAGE:"Twenty years ago I planted a row of limes along the drive at the Mills, thinking only to pleach them so they could filter the wind."Germaine Greer; Lime Trees; The Daily Telegraph (London, UK); Jul 5, 2003.

Life Alert

SENT VIA SMS (Text Messages)SENT VIA SMS (Text Messages)

Nov. 17 ’08, 5:58 pm, from Ms. Ayrin Carino of PAWI“Sir Volts sensya, nakita na po sa bag na ginamit sa hsptal yung ID. C gabriel po follow up chk up po nya. Ty po savery prompt na asstnce.”

Nov. 4 ’08, 3:16 pm, from Ms. Ayrin Carino of PAWI“Ok na po kami finally nakapag clearance na, ty very much 4 evrthng.”

Oct. 20 ’08, from Reggie Cultura of Maunsell“Thanks so much.”

Oct. 17 ’08, from 09155709446 of Rainmaker Asia“Thank you very much po!”

Oct. 4 ’08, 9:34am from Chito Paragas of SEPHIL“Ok, I’ll consider. Thanks for your immediate response. God bless!”(concerning gum illness if covered by Valucare. Suggested to arrange a discount directly with the accredited dentist)

Sept 4 ’08, 1:18pm from Joey Calinga of SEPHIL“Thank you so much! This is a very big help!(concerning membership of Clarita Sarmiento’s

dependents effective Aug. 16)

Date: December 10, 2008Hi My,

We, especially Capt. Saguid & Ms. Silvia, are thanking you/Responsive and Valucare for your extended effort for their ECU/treadmill & ecg.Appreciate your effort a lot.

Many Thanks,Sherry Loraine FloresDOEHLE SHIPMANAGEMENT PHILS. CORP.

SENT VIA ESENT VIA E--MAILMAIL

Date: November 4, 2008; 2:31pmSir voltz,

Thank you for your prompt feedback. Is cancellation of existing dependent child still allowed during this period?

MARITEL P. CASTROSupervisor - HR BenefitsRainmaker Asia

Date: October 10, 2008; 5:25pmVolts,

Grabe ang bilis ha.. when I got home..andito agad.. thanks anyway... will wait for the next wellness program.... thanks again to you and Cris for your time!

Regards, Nette (PAWI)

Date: December 3, 2008

Good day Sir,

Thank you so much for your prompt response. We believe that we can count on your team always.

Joey (Samsung)

Date: November 5, 2008; 3:36pm

Dear Sir Volts,

Thank you so much for accommodating Mrs. Nartates. Please confirm her membership and process her card. Thank you so much.

Bernadette (Gentle Supreme Philippines)

Life Alert

Jan. 10 ’09, 1:59pm, from Ms. Cecille Reyes of Rainmaker“Hi Volts, ok na daw accdg to Quennie. Thanks for the assistance :-)”

Dec. 10 ‘08, from Ms. Naty Tajonera of DB Soft Phils.“Hello Sir Chris. Dito na ako sa clinic and waiting for my turn. I’m okay naman here. Thanks so much for facilitating.”

Dec. 3 ‘08, from Joey Calinga of Samsung“Thank you so much for your usual support to us!”

Nov. 22 ’08, from Ms. Dang Villabroza of Pricon Microelctronics“Thank u Sir Chris.”

Nov. 19 ’08, 4:45pm, from Vangie Molina of Pricon Microelectronics“Good pm, Ms. Tess and Mr. Cris. Thanks for attending to Pricon concerns. We did see big improvement in ecg area. Best regards.”

Mr. Chris Tan (Customer Care Manager) discussing the salient features of the HMO program.

Mr. Volts Victoria (AVP-Sales & Marketing) explaining the mechanics of the “Hep Hep Hurray” game.

The Saturday training was led by none other than Responsive’sPresident, Ms. Tess Buenaventura.

The Annual planning was spearheaded by the companyofficers led by Ms. Tess Buenaventura.

Mr. Perry Ferrer, Managing Director of EMS Components Assembly was the resource person of the morning session.

Mr. Anthony Sy (Marikina Rotary President) was the resource person of the afternoon session.

Reorientation of Products & Services (September 20,2008)

Strategic Planning(November 22,2008)

Life Alert

Ms .Ivy Beringuel of the Operations & Admin. Dept. won the Best in Costume as “ Sadako”.

Ms. Tess Buenaventura (president) and Ms. Rose Pichay (executive assistant) performing a special number from the musical “Mama Mia”.

Mr. Volts Victoria (AVP-Sales & Marketing) as Elvis congratulating Ms. Dona Nacis of the Admin. Dept. for winning the Best in Costume as “Pink Bunny”.

Life Alert

Halloween Party (October 31,2008)

Christmas Party (December 19, 2008)

It’s a black and white Halloween Party for Responsive.

Sharing of real horrifying life experience on a dim light..

“Responsive Goes to Hollywood”, was the theme for the Christmas party.

Influenza vaccine (one dose, revaccinate every year)Hepatitis-B vaccine (3 doses)Hepatitis-A vaccine (2 doses)Combined Hepatitis-A and B vaccine (3 doses)Typhoid vaccine (one dose, revaccinate every 3 years)Measles/Mumps/Rubella vaccine (two doses)Chickenpox/Varicella vaccine (one dose)

Influenza vaccine (one dose, revaccinate every year)Hepatitis-B vaccine (3 doses)Hepatitis-A vaccine (2 doses)Combined Hepatitis-A and B vaccine (3 doses)Typhoid vaccine (one dose, revaccinate every 3 years)Measles/Mumps/Rubella vaccine (two doses)Chickenpox/Varicella vaccine (one dose)

Responsive, truly committed in extending beneficial services for the well-being of its existing and future clienteles, recently forged a tie-up with various companies like MEDPRO, Associated Medical & Clinical Services, Ideal Vision, Heartline, Prolab, One World Wide Health, Dental Network and with one of the country’s largest pharmaceutical companies. Responsive will arrange for your specific requirements like vaccination program, medical staffing, wellness lectures, executive check-ups, optical frames and lenses, comprehensive dental program, etc. which are not a regular part of the standard HMOplan. For immediate reply on your queries and requests, please get in touch with our Customer Care Manager, Mr. Chris Tan, at telephone no. 910-1838.

Responsive, truly committed in extending beneficial services for the well-being of its existing and future clienteles, recently forged a tie-up with various companies like MEDPRO, Associated Medical & Clinical Services, Ideal Vision, Heartline, Prolab, One World Wide Health, Dental Network and with one of the country’s largest pharmaceutical companies. Responsive will arrange for your specific requirements like vaccination program, medical staffing, wellness lectures, executive check-ups, optical frames and lenses, comprehensive dental program, etc. which are not a regular part of the standard HMOplan. For immediate reply on your queries and requests, please get in touch with our Customer Care Manager, Mr. Chris Tan, at telephone no. 910-1838.

Medpro Corporate Health Care Systems

Services Offered:Executive Check-up (Hospital-Based,

Personalized, VIP Treatment)Medical Events (Lectures, Seminars,

Screening, Immunization)Medical Manpower (Medical Doctors,

Registered Nurses, Medical Technologists)Medical Tourism (Leisure Activities

plus Health Tours)Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeries

On-Site Annual Physical ExaminationPre-employment Medical ExaminationMulti-specialty and Laboratory Clinics

Medpro Corporate Health Care Systems

Services Offered:Executive Check-up (Hospital-Based,

Personalized, VIP Treatment)Medical Events (Lectures, Seminars,

Screening, Immunization)Medical Manpower (Medical Doctors,

Registered Nurses, Medical Technologists)Medical Tourism (Leisure Activities

plus Health Tours)Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeries

On-Site Annual Physical ExaminationPre-employment Medical ExaminationMulti-specialty and Laboratory Clinics

Services Offered:On-Site Annual Physical Examination

Pre-employment Physical ExaminationExecutive Check-up Packages

Laboratory & Radiology ServicesAudiometric Examination

Neuro-Psychiatric ScreeningDental and Optical Services

Retainership Program for Doctors and NursesDomestic Medical Plan

Services Offered:On-Site Annual Physical Examination

Pre-employment Physical ExaminationExecutive Check-up Packages

Laboratory & Radiology ServicesAudiometric Examination

Neuro-Psychiatric ScreeningDental and Optical Services

Retainership Program for Doctors and NursesDomestic Medical Plan

For comments and suggestions, please write to:

Unit 1411 14th Floor, Medical Plaza OrtigasCondominium, 25 San Miguel Avenue, OrtigasCenter, 1605 Pasig CityTelephone Nos. : +63 (2) 910-1834 to 36Direct Lines : +63 (2) 910-1838 & 40Facsimile : +63 (2) 910-1839Hotline Mobile Nos.: 0917-8291088; 0919-4069567

0916-7329070; 0928-4869114

E-mail: insure@responsivebrokers.com

Unit 1411 14th Floor, Medical Plaza OrtigasCondominium, 25 San Miguel Avenue, OrtigasCenter, 1605 Pasig CityTelephone Nos. : +63 (2) 910-1834 to 36Direct Lines : +63 (2) 910-1838 & 40Facsimile : +63 (2) 910-1839Hotline Mobile Nos.: 0917-8291088; 0919-4069567

0916-7329070; 0928-4869114

E-mail: insure@responsivebrokers.com

“Service Excellence through Responsive Experience”

For corporate accounts:On-site eye examination and refraction

Installment purchases of eyeglasses and contact lenses

Delivery services within Metro ManilaAnnual eye check-up

Replacement of lost screwsAdjustment and cleaning of eyeglasses

For corporate accounts:On-site eye examination and refraction

Installment purchases of eyeglasses and contact lenses

Delivery services within Metro ManilaAnnual eye check-up

Replacement of lost screwsAdjustment and cleaning of eyeglasses

Heartline Medical DiagnosticsFor clinic-based and on-site Annual Physical Examination, drug testing and other additional examinations.

PROLAB Diagnostics & Drug Testing Center

For clinic-based and on-site Annual Physical Examination, drug testing and other additional examinations.

One World Wide Health, Inc.For Standard and Comprehensive Dental Programs.

Dental Network CompanyFor Standard and Comprehensive Dental Programs.

Heartline Medical DiagnosticsFor clinic-based and on-site Annual Physical Examination, drug testing and other additional examinations.

PROLAB Diagnostics & Drug Testing Center

For clinic-based and on-site Annual Physical Examination, drug testing and other additional examinations.

One World Wide Health, Inc.For Standard and Comprehensive Dental Programs.

Dental Network CompanyFor Standard and Comprehensive Dental Programs.