Social Security System (SSS) members, who are stricken by A H1N1, can avail of it’s Employees Compensation (EC) Program.
All registered employers and their employees are covered under the EC Program of the SSS and can avail of medical service benefits, but which are limited to the ward services only of an accredited hospital and physician.
To claim for medical expenses reimbursement, concerned employee should accomplish SSS form B-301 (EC medical reimbursement benefit application) and submit to any SSS branch or representative office.
To prevent the spread of the A H1N1 virus the following must be observed: cover nose and mouth when coughing and sneezing, always wash hands with soap and water, use alcohol-based hand sanitizers, avoid close contact with sick people, increase body’s resistance, have at least 8 hours of sleep, drink plenty of fluids and eat nutritious food. (PIA)
