Law Summary
Overview
Executive Order No. 86, dated September 3, 1947, modifies Executive Order No. 24, which was issued on November 12, 1946. This Executive Order creates the National Advisory Health Council and outlines its composition, functions, and terms of service.
Creation of the National Advisory Health Council
Legal Principle/Provision: The Executive Order establishes the National Advisory Health Council tasked with examining public health and sanitation issues and providing necessary recommendations for improvement.
Key Definitions Introduced:
- National Advisory Health Council: A body created to address public health and sanitation challenges and promote medical research.
Important Requirements or Procedures Outlined:
- The Council is directed to study public health issues and suggest improvements.
Relevant Timeframes, Deadlines, or Expiration Details:
- Members (excluding ex-officio members) serve for a term of one year.
Penalties, Liabilities, or Consequences Mentioned:
- There are no penalties or liabilities outlined for the members in this document.
Composition of the Council
Legal Principle/Provision: The composition of the National Advisory Health Council is specified, including a mix of government officials and medical professionals.
Key Definitions Introduced:
- Ex-officio Members: Members serving by virtue of their regular positions.
Key Members:
- Secretary of Health and Public Welfare (Chairman)
- Director, Bureau of Quarantine Service (Member)
- Chairman, Board of Medical Examiners (Member)
- President, Philippine Medical Association (Member)
- Deans of College of Medicine from the University of the Philippines and University of Santo Tomas (Members)
- Various medical doctors (Members)
Important Requirements or Procedures Outlined:
- Members serve without compensation.
Relevant Timeframes, Deadlines, or Expiration Details:
- Ex-officio members’ terms are co-terminus with their tenure in regular positions.
- All other members serve for one year.
Penalties, Liabilities, or Consequences Mentioned:
- No penalties or liabilities are specified for the members.
Conclusion
This Executive Order expands the framework for addressing health issues in the Philippines through the establishment of a dedicated council composed of health officials and medical professionals. The Council is expected to engage in research and provide valuable recommendations for public health improvements.
Key Takeaways
- Executive Order No. 86 amends the formation and operational structure of the National Advisory Health Council.
- The Council's primary role is to study and recommend improvements in public health and sanitation.
- The composition includes key government and medical figures, with a one-year term for non-ex-officio members.
- Members serve without compensation, emphasizing public service commitment without financial incentive.