Municipal Health Office - Lake Sebu

29/05/2026

28/05/2026

𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞-𝐭𝐨-𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐮𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐋𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐧

Following reported dengue cases, a dengue surveillance and monitoring operation was conducted in Barangay Lake Seloton on May 23, 2026, by the Municipal Health Office in coordination with barangay officials to strengthen response efforts and help prevent further transmission within the community.

The operation was spearheaded by Sanitary Inspector Enya Logong, RM, together with Raphael Benz Manrique, RSW, in coordination with Barangay Captain Cornelio Ulaw and the Barangay Kagawad Committee on Health through a house-to-house monitoring and assessment approach. Household visits were carried out to inspect possible mosquito breeding sites, gather health-related information from residents, and disseminate essential information on dengue prevention and control following the reported cases.

The activity highlighted the importance of timely intervention, environmental sanitation, and active community participation in reducing dengue risks and safeguarding the health and well-being of residents in Barangay Lake Seloton.

28/05/2026

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28/05/2026

𝐑𝐨𝐚𝐝 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐬 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐑𝐨𝐚𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐣𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬

In celebration of Road Safety Awareness Month, the Municipal Health Office, in partnership with Barangay Tasiman, gathered residents, particularly drivers and motorcycle riders, on May 28, 2026, for a road safety awareness activity aimed at promoting responsible road behavior and preventing road traffic injuries and deaths.

As road accidents continue to claim lives across the country, the activity emphasized the importance of discipline, vigilance, and shared responsibility in promoting safer roads within the community.

Municipal Health Officer Dr. Arenz Jade C. Docdocil opened the discussion by presenting the road traffic mortality situation in the Philippines, with emphasis on the SOCCSKSARGEN Region. Through a data-driven presentation, Dr. Docdocil highlighted that road traffic injuries remain preventable causes of morbidity and mortality and stressed the importance of community awareness, discipline, compliance with traffic laws, and evidence-based interventions in reducing road-related deaths and injuries. He further encouraged participants, particularly drivers, to practice responsible road behavior to help prevent avoidable road crashes.

Serving as resource speaker, PCPL Cherry Mae A. Escote, RN of the Lake Sebu Municipal Police Station, discussed the essential do’s and don’ts while driving, emphasizing responsible road behavior, traffic discipline, and safe driving practices. Participants were reminded of the dangers of reckless driving, distracted driving, overspeeding, and negligence, which continue to contribute to preventable road crashes. PCPL Escote also underscored the importance of possessing a valid driver’s license for individuals operating motorcycles and other motor vehicles and discussed the proper actions to take during road accidents. In addition, she highlighted road rage prevention by encouraging motorists to remain calm, avoid confrontation, and exercise patience while on the road.

The activity forms part of the continuing observance of Road Safety Awareness Month and reflects the ongoing efforts of the Municipal Health Office to promote a culture of safety and responsibility among all road users.

28/05/2026

𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐋𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐛𝐮

To strengthen environmental protection efforts and safeguard vital water resources in Lake Sebu, Sanitation Inspector Enya Logong, RM, together with Raphael Benz Manrique, RSW, conducted a Water Quality and Environmental Sanitation Surveillance operation on May 22, 2026, covering Sitio Sanang, Sitio Lake View, Sitio Three Fingers, Sitio Pag-Asa, and Sitio Maligaya in Barangay Poblacion, as well as portions of Barangays Takunel and Bacdulong.

The surveillance operation focused on monitoring bodies of water and backyard piggeries located near residential communities and water systems to assess environmental conditions and identify potential sources of contamination. The team evaluated nearby water sources, drainage systems, sanitation practices, waste disposal methods, and the possible environmental impact of livestock operations on surrounding lakes and waterways that serve as important sources of livelihood and daily use.

During the inspection, residents were reminded of the importance of proper waste management, responsible disposal of animal waste, and maintaining clean and sanitary surroundings to help prevent water contamination and other environmental health risks. Emphasis was also placed on protecting lakes, rivers, and drainage systems through active community participation and shared responsibility in maintaining environmental cleanliness.

The Municipal Health Office continues to encourage stronger collaboration among residents, livestock owners, and barangay officials to sustain environmental sanitation initiatives and promote cleaner, safer, and healthier communities throughout Lake Sebu.

28/05/2026

𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐄𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐁 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐋𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐛𝐮

Strengthening efforts toward a TB-free community, the Municipal Health Office of Lake Sebu conducted the Tuberculosis Preventive Treatment (TPT) Training among Primary Care Workers in Barangays on May 25–26, 2026 at Highlanders Resort, Poblacion, Lake Sebu.

Municipal Health Officer Dr. Arenz Jade C. Docdocil and Municipal Tuberculosis Program Coordinator Ma. Guia B. Arroza, RN served as resource speakers during the two-day activity attended by 30 participants from different Barangay Health Stations.

Training focused on capacitating frontline health workers on the proper implementation of Tuberculosis Preventive Treatment among household and close contacts of TB patients to help prevent the development of active tuberculosis disease. Participants were trained on identifying eligible individuals for TPT, screening and exclusion of active TB prior to treatment initiation, proper administration of TPT, treatment considerations for special populations, and appropriate monitoring and recording procedures.

Municipal Health Office emphasized the importance of increasing public understanding and acceptance of TPT as an essential strategy in reducing the tuberculosis burden in the community and strengthening local TB prevention efforts.

28/05/2026

𝐌𝐇𝐎 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰𝐬 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐲 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬

Monitoring and inventory review activities were conducted by the Municipal Health Office – Supply Management Unit at BHS Lamdalag, BHS Klubi, and BHS Lamfugon on May 21, 2026, to strengthen inventory management and ensure the continuous availability of essential medicines and medical supplies in communities across Lake Sebu.

Irish Claire B. Italia, RPh, together with Amy P. Judilla, led the assessment of the availability, condition, organization, and proper storage of essential medicines and medical commodities in the identified health facilities.

The monitoring activity included the review of medicine inventories, PuroKalusugan supplies, and Cluster 4 medicines and medical supplies to support accurate stock validation and efficient utilization of health resources. Barangay Health Station in-charges were likewise encouraged to regularly monitor inventory levels and maintain effective inventory management practices to help ensure the timely availability of essential commodities in their respective facilities.

Vaccine Vial Monitors (VVMs) were also checked to help ensure vaccine potency, quality, and safety throughout storage and distribution. In addition, logbooks and dispensing records were reviewed for completeness and accuracy, while technical recommendations and guidance were provided to assigned midwives, Barangay Health Workers (BHWs), and nurses regarding proper documentation, storage, and handling of medical supplies.

The activity reinforced the importance of effective supply chain management in maintaining quality healthcare services and ensuring uninterrupted access to essential medicines and medical supplies across communities in Lake Sebu.

23/05/2026

𝙏𝙝𝙮𝙧𝙤𝙞𝙙 𝙘𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚𝙧 𝙞𝙨 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙡.
At sa maraming Pilipino,
takot ang unang nararamdaman—
takot magpasuri,
takot malaman,
takot sa gastos.

Pero paano maagapan kung tahimik nating kinukubli ang nararamdaman?

Kaya sana, maging kultura natin ang pag-aalaga sa kalusugan ng bawat isa.
Hindi lang kapag malala na— kundi habang may panahon pa.

𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻. 𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗶. 𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗽𝗮𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗽.
𝗛𝘂𝘄𝗮𝗴 𝗵𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗮 𝗯𝗮𝗴𝗼 𝗺𝗮𝗴-𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗹𝗮.

22/05/2026

𝐋𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐛𝐮 𝐌𝐄𝐒𝐔 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐬 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐬, 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞

Lake Sebu Municipal Epidemiology and Surveillance Unit (MESU) was officially declared Functional following a functionality assessment conducted by regional and provincial health surveillance teams on May 21, 2026, affirming the municipality’s capability to effectively detect, monitor, and respond to public health threats.

The assessment was conducted by representatives from the Regional Epidemiology and Surveillance Unit (RESU) of the Department of Health (DOH), led by Prilyn Asuncion, RN, and Elton Alpere, RN, together with their staff, in collaboration with the Provincial Epidemiology and Surveillance Unit (PESU) represented by Mr. Erich Prado, RN, and staff. The team evaluated and validated MESU Lake Sebu’s operations, including its surveillance systems, reporting mechanisms, data management, case monitoring, and emergency preparedness, to determine compliance with public health standards and operational requirements.

MESU Coordinator Tonirose Somido, RN, Nurse I, was present during the assessment and facilitated the presentation of the unit’s accomplishments, surveillance systems, and public health initiatives implemented by the Municipal Health Office of Lake Sebu. Her leadership, along with the support of the municipal health team, contributed to the continued strengthening of epidemiological surveillance and disease monitoring efforts in the municipality.

With the Functional status, MESU Lake Sebu demonstrated its readiness to carry out disease surveillance and public health response activities. The recognition reflects the Municipal Health Office’s commitment to maintaining an effective and responsive surveillance system in support of the health and well-being of the community.

21/05/2026

𝟐𝟖 𝐕𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐁𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐃𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐧

Twenty-eight residents of Barangay Tasiman participated in the Mobile Blood Donation Activity on May 20, 2026, helping strengthen the local blood supply and support patients requiring emergency care, surgery, and other life-saving medical treatments.

The activity was spearheaded by Blood Program Coordinator Jenny A. Pingki-an, RMT, in partnership with the South Cotabato Provincial Hospital Blood Bank under the supervision of Roland Abu, RMT. Prior to donation, all volunteers underwent standard screening procedures, including health assessment and hemoglobin testing, to ensure donor safety and the quality of collected blood units.

The mobile blood donation drive highlighted the vital role of voluntary blood donors in maintaining an adequate blood supply for hospitals and medical emergencies. Through their participation, the residents of Barangay Tasiman demonstrated community solidarity and a shared commitment to helping save lives through a simple yet meaningful act of service.

The initiative forms part of the municipality’s continuing efforts to promote voluntary blood donation and raise awareness of the importance of a safe and sufficient blood supply for individuals who depend on timely transfusions and critical medical care.