Tagbilaran city mayor leads nutrition support distribution
The City Government of Tagbilaran, through the Tagbilaran City Primary Care Facility (TCPCF), culminated the 51st Nutrition Month Celebration with a focused call for food and nutrition security during a citywide program held on July 25, 2025, at the City Hall Atrium.
Anchored on the theme “Food at Nutrition Security, Maging Priority! Sapat na Pagkain, Karapatan Natin!”, the celebration reinforced the city’s advocacy for maternal and child nutrition, especially among vulnerable families.
Mayor Jane Yap delivered an inspirational message, emphasizing that food security and proper nutrition are essential pillars of her administration’s health and social agenda.
“Nutrition is a basic right. By empowering our families—especially mothers—we empower the future of Tagbilaran,” said Mayor Yap.
Highlighting the city’s commitment to maternal health, Dr. Sheena Mae Sevilla, a medical doctor from the Bagong Urgent Care and Ambulatory Services (BUCAS) Center, delivered a lecture focused on the importance of proper nutrition and healthcare for pregnant women, offering insights into prenatal care and prevention of complications.
Following the lecture, Mayor Jane Yap personally led the distribution of Ready-to-Use Supplementary Food (RUSF) for mothers, along with vegetable seeds, milk, and rice supplements.
The items aim to support nutrition and food sustainability among expectant mothers and low-income households.
“We hope these supplements and seeds inspire families to plant, nourish, and grow not just food—but a healthier future,” Mayor Yap said during the distribution.
The culmination program ended with a message from the City Nutrition Action Officer and City Health Officer Dr. Jeia N. Pondoc, who underscored the city’s consistent efforts in fostering a culture of preventive healthcare and improved nutrition.
The culmination event was part of a month-long celebration that included free medical services caravans and nutrition education campaigns.
In photo is Mayor Jane Yap (the one holding the mic) delivering a heartfelt message of support and appreciation during the Nutrition Month Culmination Program at the City Hall Atrium on July 25, 2025. She emphasizes food and nutrition security, reaffirming her administration’s commitment to advancing maternal and child health in Tagbilaran City. Contributed
Mobile Health Clinic brings care to city jail inmates, staff
In a continued effort to promote inclusive and compassionate healthcare, the City Government of Tagbilaran, through the Tagbilaran City Primary Care Facility (TCPCF), spearheaded a medical and wellness outreach for Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDLs) at the Tagbilaran City Jail on July 28, 2025.
Led by City Health Officer Dr. Jeia Pondoc, the medical team provided a comprehensive lineup of services to support the physical and mental well-being of inmates.
Among the services offered were Electrocardiogram (ECG) testing, consultations with Dr. Pondoc and Dr. Albert Calvelo, and Random/Capillary Blood Sugar (RBS/CBS) testing to monitor diabetes and related health conditions.
In support of national safety and rehabilitation efforts, random drug testing was also conducted for both PDLs and jail personnel—with all results returning negative, affirming the facility’s adherence to anti-drug policies and protocols.
A Health Teaching session was also held, focusing on proper handwashing and personal hygiene, essential for disease prevention within high-density facilities.
Free medicines were distributed to those in need as part of the city’s commitment to accessible healthcare.
“This outreach reflects our administration’s firm belief that every person, regardless of status, deserves quality medical care and dignity,” said Mayor Jane Yap, whose leadership has championed proactive and preventive healthcare for all Tagbilaranons.
Mayor Yap also emphasized that the activity forms part of the city’s broader goal to ensure that no one is left behind in public health efforts—especially vulnerable populations such as those in correctional facilities.
With the guidance of the TCPCF and the cooperation of the jail’s management headed by J/SINSP/Atty. Rumell Balili, the outreach was carried out smoothly and successfully.
Plans are underway for more health programs to be implemented regularly in coordination with the Tagbilaran City Jail.
This initiative underscores the commitment of the Yap-Jala administration to build a more caring and health-conscious city through inclusive governance and sustained outreach activities.
Uniting for health! Photo shows The Tagbilaran City Primary Care Facility (TCPCF) medical team and Tagbilaran City Jail staff celebrate a successful medical and wellness outreach on July 28, 2025. Led by the TCPCF and supported by Mayor Jane Yap’s administration, the initiative brought essential health services to Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDLs), showcasing the city’s commitment to inclusive healthcare. Contributed photo