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29/03/2026

29/03/2026

DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION: MAY 1 (FRIDAY) 11:59 pm

BOBATH PEDIATRIC INTRODUCTORY COURSE 2026
Cagayan de Oro May 15 (Friday) - 19 (Tuesday)
CPD Units for PT to be updated
(CPD Units for the March Manila course 33 Units)

For licensed PTs, OTs and SPs who wish to know about the Bobath Approach for children with cerebral palsy
For details and registration:
Scan the QR Code or click the link

Presented by Hong's Children Center for Cerebral Palsy and Bobath Philippines in partnership with the
Philippine Physical Therapy Association PPTA PEDIA SIG
Liceo de Cagayan University and Cornerstone Therapy Center

Feedback on the March Manila Course:
> very high-yield and informative
> all topics are relevant even to Speech Therapists
> eye opener
> feels more than just an introductory course
> very insightful
> eye opening
> very fulfilling
> good schedule and lay-out of activities

29/03/2026

21/03/2026

📢 2 WEEKS TO GO!

👶 Learn about the most common developmental delays that often emerge during childhood 📚

The MOOC "𝐈𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐝 𝐅𝐥𝐚𝐠𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐬" will officially start in two weeks! This MOOC will be offered from 30 March to 30 April 2026.

This MOOC educates participants on the importance of developmental monitoring, empowering them to take proactive steps in addressing the needs of children with developmental delays. It also enhances learners' understanding of disabilities, impairments, and handicaps.

Take note that this MOOC is 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 and available for everyone, PLUS you'll learn at your own pace.
✅ Existing MODeL users can self-enroll today!
✅ New to MODeL? Here's how to join:
1. Go to http://model.upou.edu.ph/
2. Click “LOG IN” to create a new account.
3. Fill out the form with your details. (𝘗𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘦 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘦𝘮𝘢𝘪𝘭 𝘢𝘥𝘥𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘷𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘴 𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘥 𝘤𝘰𝘳𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘭𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘩𝘢𝘴 𝘦𝘯𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩 𝘢𝘷𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘢𝘨𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘦𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘮𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘢𝘨𝘦𝘴.)
4. Check your email account to see your confirmation link. (𝘋𝘶𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘧𝘧𝘪𝘤 𝘰𝘧 𝘶𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘴, 𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘥𝘭𝘺 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘤𝘵 𝘴𝘰𝘮𝘦 𝘥𝘦𝘭𝘢𝘺𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘶𝘱 𝘵𝘰 3 𝘣𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘥𝘢𝘺𝘴.)
5. Confirm and log in.
6. Browse through our website homepage, and select the course you want to enroll in. (𝘚𝘦𝘭𝘧-𝘦𝘯𝘳𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘶𝘴𝘶𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘴 𝘵𝘸𝘰 𝘸𝘦𝘦𝘬𝘴 𝘣𝘦𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘴𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘮𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘴 𝘢𝘷𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘸𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘴𝘦 𝘪𝘴 𝘰𝘯𝘨𝘰𝘪𝘯𝘨.)
‼️We highly recommend using a 𝑮𝒐𝒐𝒈𝒍𝒆-𝒂𝒇𝒇𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝒆𝒎𝒂𝒊𝒍 𝒂𝒅𝒅𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒔 (𝘨𝘮𝘢𝘪𝘭.𝘤𝘰𝘮) when creating your account to ensure reliable delivery of messages.
⚠️ Note: This course is 𝐟𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐝 in the MODeL Homepage for easier enrollment.

Other courses may 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐲𝐞𝐭 𝐛𝐞 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧 for self-enrollment. Please stay tuned for announcements.
Need help? Chat with "Openg" on model.upou.edu.ph.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn anytime, anywhere—enroll today and be part of the future of education!

21/03/2026

In the crowded halls of the Philippine General Hospital, some 200 to 300 homemade sandwiches are served daily by priests and retired medical professionals to emergency room patients and their watchers, many of them hungry, exhausted, and waiting days for care without proper meals.

READ: https://mb.com.ph/2026/03/19/daily-bread-sandwiches-served-daily-to-pgh-patients

10/03/2026

Inaanyayahan namin ang mga magulang, caregivers, g**o, at mga indibidwal sa autism community na makiisa sa isang makabuluhang talakayan tungkol sa paghahanda ng mga kabataang may autism para sa kanilang paglipat tungo sa adulthood.

Ito ang ikalawang lecture sa aming Level Up series, kung saan pag-uusapan ang mahahalagang kasanayan tungo sa mas independent at makabuluhang buhay.

🎙 Tagapagsalita: Dr. Anthony Grecia, isang occupational Therapist na may espesyalisasyon sa adolescent care
📅 March 21, 2026 (Saturday)
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 https://zoom.us/j/4333926254?pwd=RzFLN05oMGpONTdLSHgxYWxrdXpjQT09&omn=96379420353

Kung nais ninyong mapanood ang unang episode ng lecture series, maaari itong mapanood dito:
📺 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TaIgC6_zX8E

Samahan ninyo kami habang sama-sama nating sinusuportahan ang paglago at pag-unlad ng mga indibidwal na nasa autism spectrum. 💙

06/03/2026

05/03/2026

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!!!

The UP-PGH Department of Rehabilitation Medicine and Department of Otolaryngology- Head and Neck Surgery are proud to host the Japanese Society of Dysphagia Rehabilitation Flying Faculty Program in Manila, Philippines this 18-19th of April, 2026.

This course is in collaboration with the Asian Dysphagia Society- Philippine Dysphagia Group, and Disability First Foundation, Inc. It is recommended by the Philippine Society of Otolaryngology- Head and Neck Surgery, and recognized by the Philippine Academy of Laryngobronchoesophagology and Phoniatrics.

The course is open to ALL health professionals who are working with patients with swallowing problems and/or with special interest in the field. Slots are limited and registration will be catered on a first come, first served basis.

Day 1: https://forms.gle/F699MRmEhzpyomxP7

Day 1&2: All Slots Taken

We hope to see you there! ✨

05/03/2026

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☕ Barista Training for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs)

Project Inclusion Network is offering a FREE 3-day Barista Training designed to equip participants with basic coffee-making skills and hands-on experience.

📍 Venue: Grand Central Park, Bonifacio Global City
📅 Dates: March 25–27
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Who Can Join?
- Persons with Disabilities (PWDs)
- Beginners
- Career shifters

Training Inclusions:
- Basic barista skills
- Coffee fundamentals
- Hands-on coffee preparation
- Proper handling of coffee equipment
- Certificate upon completion

📌 Slots are limited. Register here: https://bit.ly/PIN_BaristaTraining

Shortlisted applicants may be contacted for confirmation and assessment details.

We look forward to brewing opportunities with you! ☕

05/03/2026

LIBRENG HEARING TEST PARA SA MGA BATA! 👂

Sa pagdiriwang ng World Hearing Day 2026, ihinahandog ng UST CRS Speech-Language Pathology Society, sa pakikipagtulungan sa Philippine Ambulatory Pediatric Association, Inc. at Samal North Elementary School, ay magsasagawa ng libreng hearing screening para sa mga bata.

📍 DETALYE NG EVENT
⌛ KAILAN: Marso 7, 2026 (Simula 9:00 AM)
🗺️ SAAN: Samal North Elementary School Covered Court
🧒 SINO: Binibigyang prayoridad ang mga Kinder, Grade 1, at mga batang may hirap sa pag-aaral, pagsasalita, o may history ng ear infections, at komplikasyon mula sa sinapupunan.

📝 PAANO MAG-REHISTRO?
Bukas ang screening para sa UNANG 80 BATA na makakapag-rehistro; magpalista kay Principal Charito Corpus upang makakuha ng slot.

💡 PAALALA SA MGA MAGULANG:
✅ Libre ang hearing test.
✅ Kailangang samahan ang bata sa araw ng event.
✅ Magdala ng sariling ballpen.

Alamin natin ang ugat ng speech delay at tiyakin ang tamang school placement para sa ating mga anak. Napakahalaga ang malinaw na pandinig sa pag-aaral at pakikipag-usap ng isang bata, kaya’t huwag palampasin ang pagkakataong ito para sa maagang pagsusuri! Kita-kits po tayo! 💛

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Caption by James Marquin Quindo
Board by Stephanie Mae Yap and James Marquin Quindo