CALANOGAS, Lanao del Sur --- The local government of Calanogas is
determined to improve the health aspect of its constituents following the
inauguration of various facilities last July 27 which will enhance the delivery
of basic medical services in the 'once forgotten and troubled' town.
Mayor Macapado Benito, Sr. said these facilities include the newly
rehabilitated rural health center (RHU), TB Dots building, birthing clinic and
the second level of municipal hall building.
"The local government's newest accomplishment is indeed a
testament of our leadership and commitment to public service for the people of
Calanogas", Mayor Benito said.
Dr. Kadil M. Sinolinding,Jr., secretary of health department in the Autonomous
Region in Muslim Mindanao and honored guest during the program, lauded the
achievements and continuing efforts of the local leadership benefited by the
town residents.
"I'll be honest with you. In the past, whenever I pass by at
Calanogas I would hit the speed of my vehicle into a very high level since
somewhow I am afraid I might encounter lawless elements while on the road. But
luckily, that was before. I am truly happy that Calanogas is on its way to
become a more developed community," Sec. Sinolinding said.
Accordingly, the birthing clinic is considered one of the biggest
facilities in the region.
Dr. Raquelina A. Benito, municipal health officer and the town's first
lady, said the birthing clinic costs roughly Php 3 million, while the
rehabilitation of the RHU which include the TB Dots center was around Php 1.5
million.
"The municipal government of Calanogas had 40 percent counterpart
in the implementation of the projects," Dr. Benito said.
Further, Dr. Benito stressed that with the new facilities, they have
listed an improved 50 percent on the number of patients coming in and were
being served by the LGU.
"It includes deliveries of mothers at the birthing clinic. In
addition, we would also be willing to accommodate patients from nearby
towns," she added.
Meanwhile, Dr. Benito revealed the town listed zero maternal death.
"We ensure to deliver basic medical services to our people through
the conduct of regular weekly barangay visitations. The common case we mostly
encounter is respiratory track infection. Aside from that, we are also
strengthening our campaign on pre-natal as well as the advocacy on safe
motherhood," she said.
The facility is Philhealth accredited.
Amongst the attendees in the program were Lanao del Sur vice-governor
Mamintal "Bombit" Alonto Adiong, Acting Provincial Police Office
Director PSSupt. Ronald T. Briones, 1st Infantry (Tabak) Division's 103rd
Brigade Commanding General BGen Generoso M. Ponio, IPHO chief Dr. Alinader
Minalang, Philhealth representative and other guests. (Gil Acosta Lao/The Redline News)
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