Category: Health
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PNC-TWG Convenes For 4th Quarter Meeting
The Iloilo Provincial Nutrition Council Technical Working Group (PNC-TWG) convened for its 4th quarter meeting on October 20, 2025 to assess the status of nutrition program implementation in the province. The Provincial Health Office reported a decreasing trend in malnutrition in the province of Iloilo from 2021 until 2025. Rates of underweight, stunted, wasted, and…
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DVPSMDH Joins Global Handwashing Day
The Don Valerio Palmares Sr. Memorial District Hospital, under its Infection Control Program, observed the annual Global Handwashing Day with the theme “Be a Handwashing Hero!” on October 15, 2025, at the DVPSMDH Lobby. The activity was participated in by the hospital employees and personnel as part of its continuing support and dedication to promote…
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SJMCH Strengthens Infection Prevention Efforts On Global Handwashing Day
In observance of Global Handwashing Day, the San Joaquin Mother and Child Hospital conducted a health awareness activity with the theme “It Might Be Gloves, It’s Always Hand Hygiene.” The event highlighted the importance of proper hand hygiene and the critical role it plays in infection prevention and control. Activities included a lecture on hand…
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ALEOSAN District Hospital Boosts Medical Services With New Facilities
The ALEOSAN District Hospital marked another milestone with the Blessing and Turnover Ceremony of its newly completed Pharmacy, Laboratory, and Zubiri Rooms, on October 15, 2025 at the hospital grounds. The ceremony was graced by esteemed guests and key partners in health service delivery, including Dr. Mary Pauline Angelique C. Gestosani, Chief of the Regulatory…
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RTMDH Receives Double Blessings
The Ramon Tabiana Memorial District Hospital (RTMDH) received generous donations from M Lhuillier and Dr. Ma. Rosana Subade-Junio to support patient care and health promotion initiatives. M Lhuillier, known for its steadfast commitment to community development, donated 12 brand-new electric fans to the hospital. Meanwhile, Dr. Ma. Rosanna Subade-Junio, through Diabetes Philippines National Diabetic Clinic,…
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DRYLMH Conducts Bloodletting Drive ‘Dugo Mo, Kabuhi Ko’ ❤️
In line with its continuing commitment to save lives, Dr. Ricardo Y. Ladrido Memorial Hospital (DRYLMH) held its Bloodletting Drive on October 15, 2025 at the DRYLMH Mess Hall. The Bloodletting Drive was conducted by the Philippine Red Cross (Iloilo Chapter). Spearheaded by Jose Solomon Bernabe Ladio, RN, Blood Donor Recruitment Officer, together with Ms.…
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RTMDH Conducts Basic Life Support Training For Hospital Employees
The Ramon Tabiana Memorial District Hospital (RTMDH) conducted another round of Basic Life Support (BLS) Training on October 9 to 10, 2025 at the RTMDH Conference Room. The training was participated in by 30 participants per batch, reflecting the hospital’s ongoing commitment to equipping its personnel with vital life-saving skills. Spearheaded by 𝐒𝐢𝐫 𝐈𝐚𝐧 𝐋𝐢𝐛𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐧…
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Welcome To Iloilo Her Excellency Anna Ferry
Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr. marked his birthday with a celebration of diplomacy and international partnership as he welcomed Her Excellency Anna Ferry, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Sweden to the Philippines, during her courtesy visit today, October 8, 2025 at the Iloilo Provincial Capitol. Ambassador Ferry conveyed the Swedish government’s intent of expanding its collaboration…
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PHO Hauls Awards From DOH-6
The Provincial Health Office (PHO), headed by Dr. Maria Socorro Colmenares-Quiñon, presented to Governor Arthur Defensor Jr., Vice Governor Nathalie Ann Debuque, Provincial Administrator Raul Banias and provincial government employees the awards they received during the Western Visayas Harmonized Health Excellence Awards, held at Diversion 21 Hotel in Iloilo City on October 3, 2025. The…
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Capitol Observes World Rabies Day
The Iloilo provincial government conducted the World Rabies Day Celebration and Awarding Ceremony today, October 1, 2025 at Punta Villa Resort. Provincial Administrator Raul Banias welcomed the participants on behalf of Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr. In his speech, Banias underscored that animal bites is a public welfare concern in the province. He reported that every…