TBPeople Philippines Organization Inc.

TBpeople Philippines, led by Public Governance Officer Mr. Niño Magpusao, alongside the TBpeoplePH Discipleship San Fernando Pampanga Team, actively participated in the TB Survivor Summit hosted by the Department of Health (DOH) Central Luzon Center for Health Development. The event, held at the Quest Plus Conference Center in Clark, revolved around the theme “Sa Tibay ng Bayanihan, TB ay Ating Wakasan,” underscoring the profound strength of community spirit in the collective effort to eliminate tuberculosis (TB).…

On August 20, 2024, TBpeople Philippines participated in a pivotal symposium organized by Philippine Coalition Against Tuberculosis (PhilCAT) at the UNILAB Bayanihan Center in Pasig City. This forum brought together key stakeholders in the fight against tuberculosis, focusing on cutting-edge diagnostics, innovative treatment approaches, preventative measures, including vaccines, and epidemiological research. The event aimed to nurture collaboration among various organizations, scoping out potential partnerships that could accelerate the progress against TB in the Philippines.…

On August 5, TBpeople Philippines paid a courtesy call to Parañaque City Mayor Eric L. Olivarez. During this important meeting, TBpeople Philippines provided a comprehensive overview of the organization’s mission, and its ongoing initiatives dedicated to supporting individuals affected by tuberculosis (TB).

The discussion highlighted several key projects aimed at enhancing TB awareness, prevention, and treatment. One such initiative is TB in the Workplace, which focuses on promoting awareness and prevention within workplace environments to ensure employees receive proper information, screening, and support.…

TBpeople Philippines kicked off their day with a radio guesting session on two prominent local stations, 93.5 Brigada News FM Olongapo and K5 News FM Olongapo Digital News. This media engagement was part of their ongoing efforts to raise awareness about tuberculosis (TB) and highlight the organization’s mission, plans, and achievements in combating the disease. During the radio segments, representatives from TBpeople Philippines introduced the organization and outlined their comprehensive strategy to address the TB epidemic in the Philippines.…

TBPeople Philippines recently conducted a courtesy call with Dr. Arnold Pangan, the City of Manila Health Director, as part of their ongoing efforts to strengthen partnerships and enhance tuberculosis (TB) control measures in the city. Accompanying Dr. Pangan were Dr. Richard Castro, the TB Coordinator, and Charmagne Veleña, the Assistant National Tuberculosis Program (NTP) Nurse Coordinator. During the meeting, TBPeople Philippines presented their advocacy strategies and initiatives designed to combat the spread of TB and improve health outcomes for those affected by the disease.…

TBPeople Philippines participated in an active case-finding event in Barangay Kias, Baguio City, aimed at educating the community about tuberculosis (TB) and promoting effective prevention and treatment strategies. The event served as an opportunity for TBPeople Philippines to share their comprehensive plans to combat TB, which include public education campaigns and initiatives designed to increase awareness and reduce the stigma associated with the disease. One of the key focuses of their participation was to promote the “Fast Track the Cure” initiative, which seeks to accelerate diagnosis and treatment timelines, ensuring that individuals receive the care they need promptly.…

TBpeople Philippines recently held a media engagement session on two prominent radio stations, 93.7 MHz EQ FM Radyo Pilipinas Baguio and iFM Baguio. During this session, the organization introduced itself to the public, sharing insights into its mission and vision. TBpeople Philippines is dedicated to addressing the challenges of tuberculosis (TB) in the country by promoting awareness, providing support to those affected, and advocating for improved healthcare policies. Their plans include expanding outreach programs to educate communities about TB prevention and treatment, as well as collaborating with local and international partners to enhance their efforts.…

TBpeople Philippines began their day with a courtesy call to Dr. Virginia Narciso, the Local Health Support Division Chief at the Department of Health Center for Health Development (DOH CHD). They were joined by Dr. Jennifer Joyce Pira, the Communicable Diseases Cluster Head; Kevin Lorenz Ducusin from the Communications Management Unit; and Ruthana Uy from the Field Operations Section.

The purpose of this meeting was to introduce TBpeople Philippines and discuss their plans to create a City Association Plan through Discipleship Training.…