TBpeople Philippines continued its initiative in Saranggani Province. The dedicated team conducted an engaging and informative TB in the Workplace session with the Municipal Health staff at the Alabel Information Office, emphasizing the importance of understanding tuberculosis, its signs and symptoms, preventive measures, and protection strategies.

Following the TB in the Workplace session, the TBpeople Philippines engaged in a series of courtesy calls to further their advocacy. The first meeting was with Mr.…

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TBpeople Philippines undertook a series of impactful engagements in Davao City, aimed at bolstering efforts to eradicate tuberculosis (TB) in the region. The day began with a successful courtesy call with Dr. Annabelle P. Yumang, MD, MCH, CESO lll, Regional Director, and Dr. David A. Mendoza, Assistant Regional Director of the Department of Health (DOH) – Region XI. This high-level meeting focused on developing and refining strategies to eliminate TB in Davao City and the region.…

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The TBpeople Philippines team began on a significant mission to General Santos, famously known as the Home of Champions. This visit marked the beginning of their efforts to engage local leaders and communities in the fight against tuberculosis (TB). The primary goal was to introduce TBpeople Philippines and discuss their ongoing initiatives aimed at combating tuberculosis, thereby raising awareness and educating the public to achieve a TB-free city.

The day commenced with a courtesy call to Dr.…

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TBpeople Philippines continued its mission to raise awareness and combat tuberculosis (TB) in Davao City on Day 2 of their activities. On the second day of their activity in Davao, TBpeople Philippines continued their mission to raise awareness and promote initiatives to combat tuberculosis (TB) in the community. The day’s agenda was packed with significant engagements, starting with a series of courtesy calls to local officials, followed by workplace health promotion, and concluding with a radio interview to reach a broader audience.…

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The TBpeople Philippines Organizational, Inc. visited Davao and was excited to join forces with the TBpeople Davao. They are fully prepared to spread awareness and knowledge about tuberculosis (TB) among the people of Davao!

On Day 1, The team’s first stop was at Southern Philippines Polytechnic College, Inc., where they had the honor of meeting Mr. Windel Encarnacion, School Administrator, and Ms. Norma Sibonga, Principal. Here, they equipped faculty and staff with the knowledge and tools to identify and prevent TB transmission within the school environment.…

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On May 10, 2024, the TBpeople Philippines Team took center stage at the UST Rx: Prescription for Wellness-Refresh, Recharge, Rejuvenate Event held at the UST Central Seminary Gym. This event, a collaborative effort between the UST Faculty of Pharmacy, UST Health Service, and partners Pocari Sweat and Otsuka Pharmaceuticals, Inc., aimed to promote holistic wellness among attendees. The event was elegantly hosted by beauty queen Ms. Zara Carbonel.

TBpeople Philippines starts with the presentation of The Zero TB Forum by Ms.…

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TBpeople Philippines embarked on a transformative two-day training event that brought together dedicated TBpeople Philippines team members from NCR, Davao, Sorsogon, and Zamboanga City. The training was facilitated by Ms. Michelle Goc-ong, National Sales Manager; Mr. Jomer Villanueva, Vice President, Medtech; Ms. Almira Calalang, Diagnostic and Laboratory Head; and Mr. Welvin Asid, Technical Support Supervisor, Getz Healthcare Philippines, a division of Getz Bros. Philippines, Inc., on May 8th and 9th, 2024.…

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On April 30, 2024, key representatives from TBpeople Mindanao, a vital organization supporting tuberculosis (TB) awareness and care, participated in a radio guest appearance on OFW DXFE radio. Ms. Cherry Florida, President, Mr. Otreblide Lisac, Vice President, and Mr. Victor Tudtud, Community Health Officer, represented the Mindanao chapter. Notably, TBpeople Philippines Founder, Ms. Louie Zepeda Teng, was also invited and joined the discussion.

The representatives likely shed light on the current situation of TB in the Philippines, including prevalence rates, challenges faced in diagnosis and treatment, and ongoing efforts to control the disease.…

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In April 2024, TBpeople Philippines (TBpeoplePH) expanded its efforts beyond patient care interventions to conduct an access audit of selected facilities in Cebu City. Collaborating with the United Architects of the Philippines (QC Central Chapter) and Architects for Accessibility, TBpeoplePH developed a comprehensive tool to assess facility accessibility in compliance with Batas Pambansa 344 (BP344) – “An Act to Enhance the Mobility of Disabled Persons.”

This initiative provided TBpeoplePH with the opportunity to evaluate health facilities in Cebu City, including two health centers and Eversley Childs Sanitarium and General Hospital (ECSGH).…

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From April 24th to 26th, 2024, an onsite evaluation took place at Eversley Childs Sanitarium and General Hospital, with the aim of meticulously assessing the efficacy and safety of the Bedaquiline-Pretomanid-Linezolid (BPaL) Treatment Regimen within the Philippines. Dr. Maria Imelda Quelapio guided the monitoring team, which comprised representatives from esteemed organizations including TB Alliance, KNCV TB Foundation, Tropical Disease Foundation, TB People Philippines, and Jose B. Lingad Memorial Gen. Hospital.

The evaluation focused on examining the implementation of the BPaLM/BPaL regimen at Eversley Childs Sanitarium and General Hospital.…

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