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26/03/2026

𝐃𝐎𝐇 𝐂𝐇𝐃-𝐍𝐌 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐋𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭

The Department of Health Center for Health Development - Northern Mindanao (DOH CHD-NM), through the Health Education and Promotions Unit, in collaboration with the Cagayan de Oro City Health Office, held the Healthy Summer: Health is Life People-Centered Event, in line with the March Health Literacy Campaign. Conducted on March 13, 2026 at the Macasandig Covered Court, the activity gathered community members and local partners to promote health awareness and encourage safer, healthier practices during the summer season, reinforcing the importance of health literacy at the community level.

The event was graced by messages from Rachelle Dilla, City Health Officer, and Paolo Nicolo Gaane, who expressed strong support for community-based health initiatives. Key highlights included the promotion of the 7 Healthy Habits, alongside discussions on “Beat the Healthy Summer” led by Mr. Reagan Abbu (HEPO), and a lecture on Violence and Injury Prevention by Mr. Jaime Cinco (HEMS), which featured a Hands-Only CPR demonstration actively participated in by community members.

The event was further energized by engaging activities such as the Digital Poster Painting Contest, Larong Pinoy Media Challenge, and the Mr. and Ms. Summer Beat the Heat, which encouraged active participation while reinforcing essential health messages. Through initiatives like this, DOH CHD-NM continues to strengthen community engagement, promote preventive health practices, and empower individuals toward building safer and healthier communities.

25/03/2026

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24/03/2026

𝐃𝐎𝐇 𝐂𝐇𝐃-𝐍𝐌 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐲 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐲𝐥𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥

The Department of Health – Center for Health Development Northern Mindanao (DOH CHD-NM), through its Health Education and Promotion Unit, continues to advance innovative and engaging strategies to promote public health and active lifestyles. Recognizing the value of sports in enhancing physical fitness, mental well-being, and community engagement, the office organized a football initiative that underscores the importance of regular physical activity and teamwork, particularly among the youth.

In line with the Department’s efforts to reduce the risk of non-communicable diseases and address sedentary behavior, the 1st Quarter Healthy Lifestyle Promotion Program 2026: Grassroots and Youth Football Festival was conducted on March 14, 2026 at MGV Sports Park, Carmen, Cagayan de Oro City. The activity was held in partnership with Monte Carlo Football Club, and in collaboration with the DOH CHD-NM Non-Communicable Diseases Cluster (NCDC) and Research, Epidemiology, Surveillance, and Disaster Response Unit (RESDRU), bringing together young athletes and community members in a dynamic and health-promoting environment.

Through this initiative, DOH CHD-NM reinforces its commitment to building healthier communities by promoting active living, fostering teamwork, and encouraging positive lifestyle behaviors among the youth. The activity highlights the role of community-based programs in supporting long-term health outcomes and empowering individuals to lead healthier, more active lives.

24/03/2026

𝐃𝐎𝐇 𝐂𝐇𝐃-𝐍𝐌 𝐞𝐧𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐓𝐒 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐕𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐄𝐝

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY - The Department of Health – Center for Health Development Northern Mindanao (DOH CHD-NM), through the Aedes-borne Viral Diseases Prevention and Control Program (AVDPCP), conducted the Program Updates with Emphasis on Insecticide-Treated Screens (ITS) and Other Vector Control Activities, successfully bringing together key education and health partners on March 12, 2026 at Pearlmont Hotel. The activity was attended by Myra Guadalupe Yee, Medical Officer IV of the Department of Education Region 10, along with representative public school nurses from the five provinces and nine cities across Northern Mindanao. The meeting aimed to provide updates on program strategies and strengthen coordination for the effective implementation of vector control initiatives, particularly in public school settings.

Through comprehensive discussions and collaborative planning, participants reviewed current dengue trends, enhanced preparedness measures, and reinforced strategies to mitigate the spread of Aedes-borne diseases. A key highlight of the activity was the continued implementation of insecticide-treated screens (ITS) in selected public elementary and secondary schools, serving as a preventive measure to protect learners and school communities from mosquito-borne infections.

This initiative underscores the Department’s commitment to proactive disease prevention, strengthened intersectoral collaboration, and evidence-based public health action. By working closely with the education sector and local stakeholders, DOH CHD-NM continues to promote safer, healthier, and more resilient communities across Northern Mindanao.

24/03/2026

𝐃𝐎𝐇 𝐂𝐇𝐃 𝐍𝐌 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐀𝐕𝐃/𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐈𝐃 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY– The Department of Health – Center for Health Development Northern Mindanao (DOH-CHD NM) successfully conducted the Program Updates and Data Quality Check for Aedes-borne Viral Diseases and Emerging & Re-emerging Infectious Diseases (AVD/EREID) Cases to LGU Coordinators and Other Stakeholders on February 24, 2026, in Cagayan de Oro City.

The activity gathered Dengue and EREID program implementers and coordinators from various provinces, cities, and select municipalities across Northern Mindanao. Participants reviewed and validated 2025 data, discussed key program updates, and identified strategies to strengthen surveillance, reporting, and response mechanisms for emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases.

Through this initiative, DOH-CHD Northern Mindanao reinforces its commitment to accurate data reporting, evidence-based decision-making, and stronger collaboration among local health units to ensure a healthier and safer region.

24/03/2026

23/03/2026

𝐃𝐎𝐇 𝐂𝐇𝐃-𝐍𝐌 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐐𝟏 𝐂𝐌𝐔 𝐂𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — The Department of Health Center for Health Development – Northern Mindanao (DOH CHD-NM), through its Communications Management Unit (CMU), participated in the 2026 Quarter 1 Operations and After Action Cadence Meeting held on March 2–6, 2026, at Swiss-Belhotel Blulane, Manila. The event gathered all regional CMUs and HEPO counterparts or representatives from the DOH Retained Hospitals.

The meeting featured key discussions on regional accomplishments, capacity-building sessions on editing and citizen journalism, and updates on major policy issuances, including the DOH Corporate Brand and Visual Identity (2025–2028), Interim Guidelines on Data Reporting, and Fiscal Year 2026 budget allocations for CMUs.

The presence of Health Promotion Bureau Director IV, Ms. Maria Kristina Marasigan, and Secretary of Health, Dr. Teodoro J. Herbosa, further underscored the importance of unified and strategic health communication in advancing national health priorities.

This engagement reinforces DOH CHD-NM’s commitment to upholding standardized, responsive, and people-centered health communication in support of the Universal Health Care Act.

14/03/2026