STRENGTHENING its commitment to deliver inclusive and accessible healthcare, the City Government of Tagbilaran, through the Tagbilaran City Primary Care Facility (TCPCF), successfully rolled out the PuroKalusugan initiative on July 23, 2025 at Purok 3, Barangay Dampas.
Leading the team of medical workers was City Health Officer Dr. Jeia Pondoc, who also heads the TCPCF.
Along with her team of doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals, Dr. Pondoc ensured that residents received timely and quality medical care.
The program, in collaboration with PhilHealth Tagbilaran Office and the City Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWD), provided a wide array of health and social services right at the heart of the community.
Residents were able to avail themselves of free medical consultations, free medicines, blood sugar testing, and health education sessions, as well as PhilHealth enrollment and household profiling services.
The PuroKalusugan initiative is a flagship effort under the Department of Health’s Eight-Point Action Agenda, which focuses on vaccination, nutrition, water sanitation, maternal health, TB and HIV screening, road safety, non-communicable disease prevention, and cancer treatment.
By centering on these priorities, the program aims to bridge gaps in healthcare and improve the quality of life, especially in underserved communities.
One of the program’s key features is its community-based approach.
Health workers and purok advocates work hand in hand to mobilize residents, identify those in need of medical care, and ensure no one is left behind.
Infants are brought in for vaccination, senior citizens are monitored and provided with maintenance medications, and individuals with chronic conditions receive essential follow-up care—all without needing to travel to health centers or hospitals.
The City Government of Tagbilaran, under the leadership of Mayor Jane Yap, continues to prioritize public health as part of its “Serbisyong from womb to tomb”.
Mayor Yap emphasized, “We are committed to making healthcare truly inclusive. Through PuroKalusugan, we are not just treating illnesses—we are building a healthier Tagbilaran.”
As the program expands to other barangays, more Tagbilaranons are expected to benefit from this innovative approach to primary healthcare delivery, setting a new standard for accessible, community-centered health services.
