June 2024 - The BCCI, in partnership with the Provincial Government of Bulacan, hosted a wellness seminar via Zoom platform with the theme "Webinar on Championing Health: Bulacan’s Business Frontline Against Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs)". Dr. Jehan Z. Echavez, BCCI Vice President for Advocacy, facilitated the webinar. Dr. Maria Rachel Santos, President of ACSA Health Solutions Inc., also a BCCI Member was the Resource Speaker. Non-communicable diseases are diseases that are not spread through infection or through other people, but are typically caused by unhealthy behaviors. They are the leading cause of death worldwide and present a huge threat to health and development, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. Dr. Santos discussed how to fight the rising NCDs and promoted health and well- being in the workplace. The webinar was attended by thirty-nine (39) individuals from twenty-six (26) companies.