03/09/2025
September 2, 2025
Daan Suyan, Malapatan โ The Municipal Health Office (MHO) of Malapatan spearheaded the Municipal Buntis Congress with the theme โPromoting Safe Motherhood and Exclusive Breastfeeding.โ
The event sought to educate expectant mothers on the importance of prenatal check-ups, safe pregnancy practices, and the health services available to them.
Municipal Health Officer-in-Charge Dr. Daryl M. Sambuto formally opened the activity with a welcome message. Representative from the PhilHealth Satellite Office in Alabel also discussed the benefits of PhilHealth membership, particularly in availing of consultations and facility-based deliveries.
Dr. Aileen M. Brion, Chief of Hospital of Sarangani Provincial HospitalโAlabel, delivered a lecture on prenatal consultation, highlighting essential doโs and donโts during pregnancy. She also reminded mothers planning to deliver at SPH Alabel of the admission requirements and necessary preparations.
The event was further graced by Hon. Al Omer Suib, Sangguniang Bayan Committee Chair on Health, and Hon. Titus Mandalo, Municipal IPMR, who both expressed their support and urged mothers to actively participate in maternal health programs.
Madam Flordeliza P. Sumbo, MMPAโFirst Lady of Malapatan and President of the Municipal Tourism and Development Boardโshared insights on responsible parenthood and emphasized valuing pregnancy as a precious gift. She also represented Sumbo Cares, the flagship social program of Mayor Salway D. Sumbo, Jr.
A key highlight of the congress was the provision of various health services, including laboratory tests, oral health examinations, and medical consultations. Mothers also benefited from PhilHealth profiling and enrollment facilitated by the MSWDO. Attendees received Buntis Kits from the LGU, food packs from Sumbo Cares, and maternity kits donated through the DOH-CHD XII Maternal Health Program and partner Beybiko.
Municipal Dentist Dr. Zamrod S. Remitar conducted oral health education session and distributed oral care kits provided by partner Colgate-Palmolive Philippines.
This yearโs Buntis Congress was held in Barangay Daan Suyan to reach mothers in geographically isolated and disadvantaged areas (GIDAs), particularly Daan Suyan, Kinam and Upper Suyan. The annual gathering underscores Malapatanโs continuing commitment to safe motherhood, maternal care, and responsible family health
๐๏ธBUTCH P. CAPUNONG
Nurse II/ Family Health Section Chief
๐ท MHO Staff
