Tagbilaran holds free operation tuli
The City Government of Tagbilaran, through the Tagbilaran City Primary Care Facility (TCPCF), continues to deliver essential healthcare services to the grassroots with the successful rollout of its Free Operation Tuli .
This project is with free medicines program across several barangays this June.
The mobile health program conducted during summer time provided free circumcision procedures with the distribution of essential medicines on June 2 in Barangay Poblacion III.
This was followed by Barangay Mansasa on June 4, Barangay San Isidro on June 6, and Barangay Poblacion II on June 9.
City health workers, barangay health personnel, and volunteer medical professionals collaborated to ensure the safe and effective delivery of services for the Operation Tuli held in the months of April, May and June 2025.
In a statement, Mayor Jane Yap reaffirmed the city’s dedication to inclusive and accessible public health. She said: “We are committed to reaching every Tagbilaranon, especially our youth, with services that improve health and well-being. These outreach efforts reflect our goal to ensure that no one is left behind when it comes to medical care. I commend the TCPCF team and our partner volunteers for their continued service to the Tagbilaranons.”
The City Government, under Mayor Jane Yap’s leadership, continues to champion proactive healthcare programs, believing that strong public health is the foundation of a stronger city.
Healthcare workers from Tagbilaran City Primary Care Facility perform a free circumcision procedure on a young beneficiary as part of the city government’s Operation Tuli program, promoting accessible medical services and community wellness. Contributed photo
City kicks off Dengue Awareness Month
In line with the observance of Dengue Awareness Month every June, the City Government of Tagbilaran, through the Tagbilaran City Primary Care Facility (TCPCF), launched a Dengue Awareness Caravan and Motorcade on June 5, 2025, to raise awareness and promote proactive measures against dengue fever as the rainy season begins.
The motorcade made its way through key areas of the city, starting at Tagbilaran City Hall, then passing through Calceta Street.
It continued along C.P.G. North Avenue before heading to the historic St. Joseph Cathedral and proceeded along J.A. Clarin Street and Rajah Sikatuna Avenue, before returning to City Hall, completing a loop that ensured maximum public visibility and engagement.
Barangay leaders and frontliners from all 15 barangays actively participated in the activity.
Among them were Barangay Captains, Kagawads on Health, Barangay Health Workers (BHWs), Barangay Tanods, Midwives, Nurses, and Barangay Nutrition Scholars (BNS), all of whom pledged their full support to the campaign.
Following the motorcade, each barangay committed to conduct a search-and-destroy operation targeting potential dengue hotspots—areas where stagnant water may have accumulated, serving as breeding grounds for dengue-carrying mosquitoes.
These clean-up efforts are aimed at eliminating mosquito larvae and reducing the risk of dengue outbreaks in the communities.
The Dengue Task Force has also been reactivated to ensure consistent monitoring, reporting, and immediate response to any suspected cases.
The task force will work closely with barangay officials to reinforce preventive measures, provide health education, and ensure that proper waste management and sanitation practices are observed.
City Health Officer Dr. Jeia Pondoc reminded the public of the importance of early detection and prevention, emphasizing the role of community involvement.
“Dengue is preventable. If we work together—from households to barangays—we can significantly reduce the threat,” she said.
This proactive campaign underscores the city government’s commitment to safeguarding public health, especially during the rainy season, by empowering communities to take part in disease prevention and control.
Barangay volunteers team up with the City Government of Tagbilaran for a search-and-destroy operation in residential areas as part of the city’s Dengue Awareness Month campaign. Led by the Tagbilaran City Primary Care Facility, the initiative targets mosquito breeding sites to prevent dengue fever spread during the rainy season. Contributed photo