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City Nutrition Committee evaluates 46 brgys for ‘2022 Green Banner Seal of Compliance

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To promote healthy living and proper nutrition among its constituents, the City Nutrition Committee recently searched the 2022 Green Banner Seal of Compliance recipients in 46 barangays on March 21-31, 2023

The two-week search was carried out through the Monitoring and Evaluation on Local Level Plan Implementation (MELLPI), which assessed the program efficiency of barangay nutrition committees concerning program outreach, budget allocation, expenditure, and policies issued.

It also measures the change in nutritional status among preschool and schoolchildren for three years. Alongside MELLPI is the BNS Evaluation that measures the Barangay Nutrition Scholar’s performance in the nutrition program management and monitoring and referral of the malnourished children at the barangay level.

The Green Banner Award is given to a barangay that successfully implements its nutrition program. They will receive the award during the City Nutrition Awarding Ceremony in July 2023.

The City Nutrition Evaluation Teams were the members of the City Nutrition Committee, which was represented by Achille Cabanelez of the City Planning and Development Office, Raffy Rubillos of the City Treasurer Office, Maridol F. Guinita, Gecel Ocon and Myrasul Bernaldez of the City Agriculture Office, Joni Esther P. Parrado of City Administrator’s Office, Lou Francis Alesna of City Budget Office, Dionesio Alesna of City Accounting Office, Tessie Anian and Manelyn Ybiernas of City Disaster Risk and Reduction Management Office, Keziah Fatima Un and Hazel Rusiana of DepEd-Bukidnon, Milfe Padan of the City Social and Welfare Development Office, Eza Canonigo, Jezza Nina Marie Vega, Maria Melita Rosalejos, Jeycel Lumalang, Bernandita Mendoza and Eden Rose Ganancial of City Health Office-Nutrition Section.

The City Nutrition Committee also reiterated its commitment to promoting proper nutrition and healthy living among its constituents and called on all barangays to continue their efforts. With the successful search for the 2022 Green Banner Seal of Compliance Awardee Barangays, it is hoped that more barangays will be motivated to promote healthy living and proper nutrition. (LGU Malaybalay)

CHO-PopDev intensifies info drive on young adult’s sexuality, reproductive health

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The City Health Office – Population & Development (POPDEV) of Malaybalay conducted the “Adolescent Sexuality and Reproductive Health (ASRH)” class at Saint Michael High School, Barangay Linabo last March 30, 2023

The one-day activity was attended by 355 students who actively participated. Various topics presented were discussed by two POPDEV speakers, Ms. Fruitelyn Z. Vicente and Mr. Edel L. Singson who have significant knowledge in the field of sexual health education.

The activity began with an introduction by the speakers, who emphasized the importance of discussing the topic of adolescent sexuality and reproductive health. They explained that many young adults are unaware of the risks and consequences of engaging in sexual activity.

Further, it provides the youth with accurate information and knowledge so they will be able to grasp informed decisions.

In addition, the CHO-POPDEV aims to intensify the conduct of information, education, and communication campaigns among adolescents’ reproductive health and the delays of sexual debut as the number of teenage pregnancy cases here in our City is significantly increasing.

This can only be attained through the help of the local stakeholders and the cooperation of all concerned individuals. (PR)

CHO celebrates Rabies Awareness Month; Malaybalay records zero case of human rabies in 2022

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Rabies is one of the deadly diseases and considered one of the public health concerns

As part of the health promotion and advocacy of the Rabies Prevention Control Program of the Center for Health and Development – Northern Mindanao in coordination with Bukidnon Provincial Health Office and Malaybalay City Health Office (CHO), a Rabies Awareness Caravan was conducted on March 16, 2023, at Loiza’s Pavilion, Casisang, Malaybalay City.

This activity aims to increase awareness about rabies infection, prevention, control, and elimination.

The said event started with a motorcade from City Health Office to Capitol then Loizas Pavilion where a forum was held.

A total of 145 participants attended the launching each represented by Barangay Kapitan, Kagawad on Health, Chief BPSO, Midwife, and BHW president from all Poblacion 1, selected Poblacion 2, and Highway District Barangays.

Provincial Health Office II, Dr. Gary Guido C. Tabios, Jr., welcomed the guests and participants. Then followed by an inspirational message from Dr. Vincent C. Raguro, MPH (Provincial Department of Health Office Bukidnon – Development Management Officer V).

With the theme “Rabies- Free na Pusa’t Aso, Kaligtasan ng Pamilyang Pilipino”, speaker Ms. Jenny Alabado, RMT, Regional Rabies Coordinator stressed that “Rabies is a horrific way to die. Once symptoms show, it is 99.9% fatal. However, it is 100% preventable.”

Meanwhile, speaker Dr. Enrique Miguel Degamo, MPH, MO III, added that Dogs are primarily responsible for rabies virus transmission to humans.

Among the topics tackled, Dr. Mary Ann S. Valdez, Veterinarian IV, Malaybalay City Veterinary Office also discussed about RA 9482, or Anti- Rabies Act of 2007, prescribing penalties for pet owners violating this act.

Provincial Health Office Rabies Prevention and Control Program Coordinator, Mr. Carlo C. Calleja, have reported Rabies Case Status of Bukidnon and Malaybalay City has Zero case of Human Rabies for year 2022.

The activity was facilitated by the City Health Office Rabies Team, Dr. Susan Marie S. PunongBayan, Nurse Coordinator Maila A. Manuel, Assitant Nurse Coordinator Frances Charmaine Lazalita, Marlyn Bagonoc, staffs Noel Michael Mutya, Daphne Castillo with the help of the National Health Worker Support System – Nurse Deployment Program of the Department of Health.

Further, Dr. Susan Punongbayan reminded us about ONE Health approach that helps protect the health of all living beings and imparted a closing phrase “Kagat Aso, Patay Tao.”

In addition, the City Health Office – Rabies Prevention and Control Program continues to provide services through the presence of our Animal Bite Center which is open every Monday and Thursday at the CHO, and via information dissemination by doing lectures and distribution of leaflets with the help of the Midwives, Human Resource for Health and Community Volunteer Health Workers in the Barangays.

Malaybalay City Veterinary Office also assisted during the activity to provide free Dog vaccination. (PR)

CHO conducts person with disability registration, consultation

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The City Health Office (CHO) recently conducted registration and consultation to persons with disability on March 01, 2023, at Maligaya Covered Court. The activity was held through disability evaluation by CHO Medical doctor to determine medical impairment and its impact on the ability to perform activities of daily living (ADL)

The City Health Office – Person with Disability program, which was led by Dr. Ann Michelle Go, with the assistance of Nurse Coordinators Shelleme O. Macatol and Gazel Dela Cruz and together with the staff from City Social Welfare and Development Office, have already visited five other Barangays starting January 2023.

This year, the team have already catered to a total of 275 clients and were also accepting walk-in clients daily at the City Health Office.

Also, the aim of this activity was to provide the rehabilitation, self-development, and self-reliance of disabled persons and their reintegration into the mainstream of society and for other purposes highlight the rights and privileges of disabled persons.

In addition, the CHO – PWD Program team will continue to provide services to Persons with disabilities in the local community. Their upcoming schedule will be on March 07, 2023, at Barangay Patpat and daily at the City Health Office. The team is committed to helping individuals who already have disabilities recover and prevent others from developing them. (PR)

City Health Office conducts food safety orientation for food handlers

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The City Health Office recently conducted a food safety orientation for food handlers on February 8, 2023, at the Enhanced Screening Area and Bukidnon Provincial Medical Center, in this city. The event was held to educate food handlers in the city on the importance of proper food handling and storage practices to prevent foodborne illnesses

A total of 106 food handlers, the majority of whom were local eatery owners, city food vendors, and BPMC kitchen cooks, attended the orientation. Sanitary Inspector Jenny Jumamoy, Nurse Fiona Helena Maquiling, and Hezron Belonio from the City Health Office’s environmental sanitation program discussed the dangers of foodborne illnesses and the steps that can be taken to prevent them.

The participants were also taught about the proper way to handle food, including washing their hands regularly, wearing gloves while handling food and keeping food at the right temperature to prevent spoilage. The speakers also stressed the importance of maintaining clean and sanitary working conditions to prevent contamination.

In addition to the Food Handlers Class, some food handlers shared their experiences and best practices for food safety, which provided valuable insights for the other food handlers in attendance.

At the end of the orientation, participants received certificates of completion and were encouraged to continue learning about food safety. The City Health Office also stated that they will be conducting similar orientations in the future to ensure that all food handlers in the community are aware of the importance of food safety.

This food safety orientation is a testament to the City Health Office’s commitment to promoting public health and ensuring that residents have access to safe and healthy food. The City Health Office hopes that this initiative will help reduce the number of foodborne illnesses in the community and promote a healthier food environment for all. (CHO-NADA)

CHO mipahigayon og IEC sa leptospirosis, medical mission

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Nagpasiugda ang Malaybalay City Health Office (CHO) team og isa ka medical mission niadtong Enero 19, 2023 sa covered court, Brgy. Sinanglanan, Malaybalay City

Base sa pahibalo sa lokal nga panggamhanan, gawas sa konsultasyon ug tambal, ang CHO team naghatag usab sa mga katawhan og kahibalo sa peligro nga sakit nga posible makuha panahon sa baha.

Ang CHO team nagpakita sa ilang suporta ug nagpaambit sa ilang mga kahibalo bahin sa epekto sa Leptospirosis atubangan sa mga residente sa maong barangay.

Uban usab ang CHO nurses ug mga kawani, ilang gipasabot nga mag-amping kanunay kung musuong sa bahaon nga lugar. Ang maong kondisyon pwede matambalan pinaagi sa pag inom og antibiotic. (Omar Rashid Z. Abdullah)