Friday, March 21, 2025

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DOH-10 expands screening for cancer, heart disease

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CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY (February 27, 2025) — Early diagnosis and screening services for various types of cancer and even heart disease are now readily available at public health centers across the region. The Department of Health Center for Health Northern Mindanao (DOH-CHDNM) has strengthened its early detection capacity in response to the rising cases of non-communicable diseases

In an episode of Talakayan sa PIA, a media forum held at SM City Uptown in Cagayan de Oro, Dr. Tristan Jediah Labitad, non-communicable diseases cluster head for DOH-CHDNM, reported that public health centers offer free screening for cervical and breast cancer. They also provide immunizations for HPV, hepatitis B, and tetanus toxoid, among others.


“If you notice symptoms or feel unwell, seek medical consultation instead of ignoring your condition. Even if you feel fine, we still recommend seeing a doctor and asking for help,” Labitad advised in Cebuano.


He explained that timely and accurate clinical evaluation, diagnosis, and staging allow government health facilities to provide prompt treatment to patients.


“When you develop symptoms and health workers assess your condition, they can refer you to a high-level facility like Northern Mindanao Medical Center or Amai Pakpak Medical Center for immediate treatment of serious illnesses such as cancer or heart disease,” he said.


Labitad described cancer as the abnormal proliferation of damaged cells in the body.
“Cancer occurs when our cell’s DNA is damaged, causing excessive and uncontrolled multiplication. This leads to the formation of a tumor or mass,” he explained.


While childhood cancer is not preventable, early diagnosis is crucial. Parents and guardians are urged to monitor any unusual lumps or masses in their children’s bodies and seek medical attention at the nearest health center immediately.


For adults, the DOH encourages maintaining a healthy lifestyle to reduce the risk of non-communicable diseases. This includes avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption, getting vaccinated against HPV (which helps prevent cervical cancer), and undergoing regular screenings.


Labitad also emphasized the importance of proper nutrition, regular exercise, and discipline in preventing these diseases.


(JMOR/PIA-10)

Pamuhat sa 27th Charter Day celebration sa Malaybalay gipahigayon

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Kaniadtong Marso 3, 2025, gipahigayon ang Pamuhat, usa ka ritual nga kabahin sa kasaulogan sa 27th Charter Day celebration sa Malaybalay City, Bukidnon

Gipahigayon ang maong kalihokan sa New City Hall Grounds sa Barangay Casisang, Malaybalay City.


Mitambong sa ritual ang mga baylan ug mga lider sa indigenous peoples sa dakbayan.


Anaa usab sa maong kalihokan si Malaybalay City Mayor Jay Warren R. Pabillaran, Indigenous Peoples Mandatory Representative Datu Renato Sumbongan, ug uban pang mga opisyal.


Ang programa alang sa 27th Charter Day celebration sa Malaybalay ipahigayon sa Marso 22, 2025, sa San Isidro College.


(melbmadera)

23 ka LGU sa Bukidnon pasado sa 2024 Good Financial Housekeeping

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Ang lokal nga pangagamhanan sa Bukidnon, lakip ang 20 ka munisipyo ug duha ka dakbayan sa probinsya, nakapasar sa 2024 Good Financial Housekeeping sa ilang matag kategorya

Sumala kini sa Facebook post sa Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Bukidnon.


Matod sa DILG Bukidnon, kini nga talagsaong milestone usa ka testamento sa walay paglubad nga paningkamot alang sa transparency, accountability, ug maayong pagdumala.


Gipasidunggan usab niini ang dedikasyon sa 23 ka LGU sa probinsya sa pagpanalipod sa labing taas nga mga sumbanan sa pagdumala sa pinansya, aron masiguro nga ang mga kapanguhaan sa publiko magamit nga epektibo alang sa kaayohan sa mga komunidad.


(Omar Rashid Z. Abdullah)

Bag-ong CDRRMO building itukod sa Malaybalay

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Ang city government sa Malaybalay gikatakdang magtukod og bag-ong building alang sa City Disaster Risk Reduction & Management Office (CDRRMO)

Tungod niini, usa ka Pamuhat ritual ang gipahigayon tapad sa Rehabilitation Center sa Brgy. Casisang, Malaybalay City, niadtong Marso 4, 2025, alang sa pagpahinungod sa maong proyekto.


Sumala sa kasayoran gikan sa Facebook post sa city government, ang ritwal gipangulohan sa grupo sa mga Datu ug Bae.


Si CDRRMO Chief Alan J. Comiso, kauban ang iyang mga personahe, nitambong sa seremonya.


Diha usab si Mayor Jay Warren Pabillaran, kinsa nidasig sa mga personahe sa CDRRMO sa pagpalambo sa kalidad sa serbisyo alang sa katawhan.


(melbmadera)

Agri-10 4K continues to aid IP orgs in NorMin

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CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — The Kabuhayan at Kaunlaran ng Kababayang Katutubo (4K) program, a special initiative of the Department of Agriculture (DA), continues to assist Indigenous Cultural Communities (ICCs) and Indigenous People (IP) farmers and fishers by helping them develop their ancestral lands through sustainable farming. The program also aims to boost their livelihood while respecting their cultural traditions, beliefs, values, and laws

April Grace M. Racines, 4K program focal person of the DA-Regional Field Office 10 (DA-10), shared in a recent episode of “Usapang Agrikultura” on Radyo Pilipinas 1 DXIM that at least 50 Indigenous People’s Organizations (IPOs) in Northern Mindanao have benefited from the program since its inception in 2020.


She explained that the program provides support across the agricultural value chain, including seeds, fertilizers, draft animals, machinery, equipment, and training. These are tailored to each community’s needs and resource gaps, as identified through a Community Needs Assessment (CNA).


Racines added that eligible beneficiaries of the program are IPOs recognized by the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP) or those who have secured—or are in the process of securing—a Certificate of Ancestral Domain Title, Land Title, or Domain Claim (CADT/CALT/CADC).


“Eligible participants must be willing to engage in training or capacity-building activities and adopt new technologies while also respecting and recognizing what we call Indigenous Knowledge Systems and Practices (IKSP),” the coordinator explained.


For his part, Alvin P. Pantaon, a program beneficiary and member of a 51-person association from Sitio Mintapod, Hagpa, Impasugong, Bukidnon, praised the Department of Agriculture’s efforts in uplifting their community.


Through the 4K program, members were trained in agricultural technologies, including rice, corn, and tilapia culture. They also received abaca stripping machines and livestock animals.


“We need to realize that we cannot just rely on what nature provides us for food, especially now that our numbers have grown and nature can no longer sustain our food supply. So, we, the IP, need to adapt, continue, and be ready to cooperate,” Pantaon emphasized, urging others to pursue agriculture.


Racines also highlighted that the 4K program has collaborated with DA-10’s banner programs and special projects, along with its attached bureaus and agencies, NCIP, local government units, and the Philippine Army, to achieve its milestones.


Looking ahead, she shared that the 4K program plans to identify additional ICCs and IPOs to focus on for 2026–2028, with the goal of helping these groups transition into enterprising organizations that can secure stable markets and create sustainable livelihoods in the long run.


“We are already working on crafting cluster development plans for select IPOs,” the 4K program coordinator concluded.


(JLO)

Don Carlos, Bukidnon declared insurgency-free

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DON CARLOS, Bukidnon – “The declaration of Don Carlos town as insurgency-free marks a significant leap toward peace, reinforcing the government’s commitment to security,” said Capt. Rogelio Recto, Civil-Military Operations Officer and spokesperson of the Philippine Army’s 48th Infantry Battalion

In an interview aired on Radio Mindanao Network Malaybalay station, Recto confirmed that Don Carlos is now the sixth municipality in southern Bukidnon to achieve insurgency-free status.


It joins the towns of San Fernando, Kadingilan, Damulog, Kibawe, and Dangcagan, all of which have already been recognized for successfully eliminating insurgent threats.


The declaration signifies the absence of active armed rebels, ensuring community security and peace.


“Don Carlos is now insurgency-free, thanks to a strong collaboration. The local government units, the Philippine National Police, the Department of the Interior and Local Government, security forces, and peace partners remained vigilant, ensuring a year of stability, with no New People’s Army [NPA] activities reported, as confirmed through rigorous monitoring,” Recto said.


He explained that declaring a municipality insurgency-free requires thorough assessments by the Armed Forces of the Philippines and the Philippine National Police.


Brig. Gen. Marion Angcao, commander of the 1003rd Infantry Brigade, said this achievement will pave the way for economic growth, social development, and an improved quality of life for Don Carlos residents.


“Our goal is to uphold peace and order in Bukidnon, allowing people to live without fear and enabling communities to prosper. This milestone highlights the success of government-led initiatives in strengthening security, fostering stability, and driving long-term economic and social progress,” he said.


Themed “Kalig-on Pinaagi sa Panaghiusa: Usa ka Bag-ong Panahon sa Kalinaw ug Seguridad” (Unity in Strength: Embracing a New Era of Peace and Security), the declaration ceremony took place on February 25 at the JMZ Astrodome in Poblacion, Don Carlos. Local government officials, sectoral and tribal leaders, the PNP, and the AFP attended the event to honor the occasion.


With Don Carlos now insurgency-free, authorities expect nearby Maramag and Kitaotao towns to follow suit within months, further advancing lasting peace in Northern Mindanao and across the nation.


(BGE/PIA 10-Bukidnon)

DOST revives traditional IP weaving in Bukidnon

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CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY (February 26, 2025, 9:11 p.m.) – The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) in Region 10 has partnered with the local government of Talakag, Bukidnon province, to revive the traditional weaving practices of indigenous peoples (IPs)

In a statement Wednesday, DOST-10 Chief Science Research Specialist Virgilio Fuertes said the initiative is part of the program “Uplifting Grassroots Livelihood Opportunities through Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI).”


“We in the government share a vision of a future where their craft thrives, their community prospers, and their heritage continues to inspire generations to come,” Fuertes said.


The STI program builds on the 2024 “Grassroots Innovation for Inclusive Development” initiative, which supports unconventional innovations used by marginalized communities.


The Damugu Weavers Association (DWA), a group of Higaonon IP weavers in Talakag town, is one of the program’s key partners. Led by Bae Cornita Sagayan and Bae Nenita Hugnaan, the association has conducted hands-on training to reinforce traditional patterns and methods while introducing new techniques.


DWA President Irene Mae Sinhayan expressed optimism about reviving the craft for future generations.


“I prefer calling it a ‘sleeping culture,’ and my goal, along with this group, is to wake it up and make it vibrant again,” she said in the vernacular. (Nef Luczon/PNA)

Bukidnon hits 1.4M PhilSys registrants, drives civil records up

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MALAYBALAY CITY (PIA) – Civil registration in Bukidnon surged as the province reached 1.4 million Philippine Identification System (PhilSys) registrants, underscoring the key role of civil registration and demographic data in planning for health, education, and social welfare, according to Ma. Evangeline Non, chief of the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)-Bukidnon

She reported that of the total registrants, over 1.3 million were individuals aged five and above, while 43,868 were children aged zero to four.


“The Civil Registration and Vital Statistics system protects individual rights, including birth registration, which is essential for citizenship and access to services,” Non said.


Valencia City led Bukidnon’s cities and municipalities in registrations, with 194,249 individuals enrolled.
Following Valencia City, Malaybalay City registered 171,627 individuals, Manolo Fortich 98,146, Quezon 93,526, and Maramag 91,731.


In contrast, Dangcagan had the fewest registrants, with 23,782, followed by Malitbog with 25,205 and Sumilao with 27,736.


In addition to PhilSys registration data, PSA-Bukidnon presented 2023 statistics on births, marriages, and deaths.


These data provide insights into population trends, aiding in the enhancement of public services.


The Philippine Identification System aims to establish a unified, secure, and efficient identification platform for Filipinos, enabling easier access to government and financial services.


With over 1.4 million Bukidnon residents registered, the province continues to move toward comprehensive national ID coverage.


(BGE/PIA 10-Bukidnon)

2 pilots found dead inside FA-50 fighter jet in Bukidnon mountain

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MANILA, Philippines (12:32 PM March 05, 2025) — The remains of two pilots aboard a missing FA-50 fighter jet were found on Wednesday inside the aircraft, which crashed in the Kalatungan mountain range in the Bukidnon province

In an interview, Lt. Gen. Luis Rex Bergante, commander of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Eastern Mindanao Command, confirmed that the pilots were found around 11 a.m.

“Yes,” Bergante said when asked if the pilots were inside the aircraft.

“Just now, around 11 a.m.,” he added in Filipino, referring to the time the remains were discovered.

Bergante said they had already deployed search and rescue teams from the special forces to retrieve the pilots’ remains.

In a separate statement, Philippine Air Force (PAF) spokesperson Col. Maria Consuelo Castillo confirmed the deaths of the pilots.

“The Philippine Air Force FA-50 aircraft reported missing has been located by ground troops in the vicinity of the Mt. Kalatungan Complex, Bukidnon, today, March 5, 2025,” Castillo said.

“With deep regret and profound sadness, the PAF announces the loss of the two pilots aboard,” she also revealed.

“The PAF has grounded its FA-50 fleet and will ensure a thorough investigation into the accident,” she added.

According to Castillo, PAF has sent its condolences to the bereaved families and will provide necessary support “during this difficult time.”

“We also request the nation’s prayers for the eternal repose of our fallen pilots, whose service and heroism we deeply honor,” she concluded.

Earlier, the PAF official reported that the FA-50 fighter jet went missing during a tactical night operation shortly after midnight on March 4.

Castillo said the FA-50 carrying two pilots was supposed to land at Mactan Airbase in Cebu, but the jet lost communication with one of its fellow aircraft “minutes before reaching the target area.”

The PAF has 11 remaining FA-50s in its arsenal after retiring some of its fighters in 2005.

All the FA-50s were acquired from Korea Aerospace Industries for P18.9 billion during the administration of Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino Jr.

Over in Davao City, Lt. Col. Salvacion Evangelista, spokesperson of the Armed Forces of the Philippines’ Eastern Mindanao Command, held a separate press briefing on Wednesday morning about the tragedy.

For his part, Lt. Col. Francisco Garello Jr., spokesperson of the Army’s 4th Infantry Division, said the jet crashed in the mountains of Barangay Miarayon in Talakag town.

“Also, [we confirm that] the bodies of two pilots were found near the wreckage of [the] FA-50,” Garello said in a Viber message.

Garello added that the troops of the 1st Special Forces Battalion under the Army’s 403rd Infantry Brigade reached the crash site on Wednesday morning.

The ill-fated jet was part of a mission called in on Monday night to provide air support to government troops battling communist rebels in Bukidnon.

The PAF said the jet, which flew out of the Benito Ebuen Airbase in Mactan, lost communication past midnight on Tuesday as it was nearing the target area.

Amid gloomy weather, soldiers brought in by a military chopper and civilian volunteers scoured the Kalatungan range on Tuesday to search for the missing aircraft and its pilots. (Faith Argosino, Joselle R. Badilla – @inquirerdotnetInquirer Mindanao, INQUIRER.net )

PhilHealth to expand services to Bukidnon IPs

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CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY (February 11, 2025, 9:42 pm) – The Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) is working to expand its coverage to indigenous peoples (IPs) in Bukidnon province

PhilHealth Bukidnon local health insurance chief Romulo Lapuz Jr. said on Tuesday that one of the agency’s goals is to provide free health insurance to the seven tribes in the province.
“We hope to sign a memorandum of agreement with our indigenous peoples by the end of the year,” he said.
Lapuz said registering indigenous peoples with PhilHealth will save time and enable the agency to assist them.
PhilHealth Region 10 (Northern Mindanao) Vice President Delio Aseron II said that other health packages were launched to celebrate National Health Insurance Month.
“PhilHealth Region 10 will continue to advance the National Health Insurance Program and Universal Health Care for all 5.2 million Filipinos in the region,” he said. (Nef Luczon/PNA)