The City Government of Valencia, through the City Health Office, joins the rest of the country in celebrating the International AIDS Candlelight Memorial 2023 with the theme: “Spread Love and Solidarity to build stronger communities. A day and opportunity to go INWARD, LISTEN, LEARN and ACT” held at the City Health Office Facade, Valencia City

A short prayer by Dr. Mary Claire Ida B. Ricare was offered to our departed loved ones due to AIDS, which was then followed by candle lighting and was graced by our very active and supportive City Councilor, Chairman of Health, Sanitation, and Medical Services, Hon. Jerusha “Sasang” Cadigal-Recla, RN., Dr. Juniver G. Flores, Head, Infectious Disease Division; Nurses, Representatives from ALAGAD Mindanao, United Gay Association of Valencia (UGAV), Department of Education, Bureau of Fire and Protection (BFP), CDRRMO and CHO personnel, Bukidnon. (City of Valencia)