Provincial Health Office-Northern Samar

24/09/2026

𝐊𝐍𝐎𝐖 𝐇𝐈𝐕. 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐓𝐄𝐂𝐓 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐒𝐄𝐋𝐅. 𝐒𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃 𝐀𝐖𝐀𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐄𝐒𝐒. 🤍

Join us today, Friday, September 25, 2026, from 11:15–11:45 AM on DYSM Aksyon Radyo, as Mr. Emmanuel A. Tijares, RM, STI/HIV-AIDS Prevention and Control Program Coordinator and Case Manager, shares important information on HIV prevention, treatment, and support services, including the PhilHealth Outpatient HIV/AIDS Treatment (OHAT) Package and how to access it.

Tune in to Aksyon Radyo Catarman 972 and be part of the conversation toward greater awareness, understanding, and access to HIV services.

Let’s talk, learn, and help build a more informed and supportive community.

11/09/2026

𝐋𝐢𝐛𝐫𝐞 𝐧𝐠𝐚 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐛𝐢𝐬𝐲𝐨 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐤𝐚𝐥, 𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐢, 𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐭, 𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐧 𝐢𝐛𝐚 𝐩𝐚 𝐬𝐚 𝐊𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐥𝐲𝐨!

Para sa mga Nortehanon, magkakamay-ada kita sin libre nga serbisyo medikal, dental ngan iba pa nga social services pinaagi san Handog ng Pangulo: Serbisyong Sapat Para sa Lahat caravan nga paghihimuon yana nga Setyembre 14, 2026, Lunes sa Capitol Gym, Brgy. Dalakit, Catarman, Northern Samar.

Adi an mga serbisyo nga poyde matagamtaman:

PHO ngan NSPH
• Libre nga Check-up o Konsulta sa doktor
• Mobile X-ray ngan Mobile Clinic
Libre nga gabot
• Libre nga medisina
• Libre nga Pneumococcal Vaccination para sa may edad 60 anyos paigbaw
• Breastfeeding Kits distribution
• Blood Donation Drive
• HPV Vaccination kontra Cervical Cancer para sa may edad 9 tubtob 14 anyos nga babaye

PHILHEALTH
• PhilHealth Registration ngan Updating
• YAKAP Registration
• Membership Registration
• Correction of Basic Information
• ID ngan MDR Printing

DOH
• Assistive devices distribution
• Libre nga medisina
• Health Education ngan Promotion

Department of Education (DepEd)
• Bulig sa Serbisyo Medikal

Provincial Pop**ation Office (PPO)
• Family planning counselling ngan family planning commodities

Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD)
• AICS 2nd Tranche UPLIFT Payout para sa 1,039 beneficiaries
• Supplementary Feeding Program Awarding of Kitchen Utensils Certificates

Philippine Red Cross
• First Aid
• Hot Meals
• Welfare Desk and Vital Signs Checking
• Education campaign

RHU Catarman
• Consultation

Biogenerics Pharmacy
• GAMOT Pharmacy (dispensing of prescribed GAMOT medicines)

Mayaon liwat iba pa nga libre nga serbisyo sugad san san turi ngan arot tikang sa 803RD IB, Philippine Army ngan DOJ - Parole and Probation Office.

Ini nga programa nagtutumuyo nga mapahirani an serbisyo san gobyerno ngadto sa tawo.

Sanglit pahimulusan ta ini nga higayon, pumakadto sa Capitol Gym yana nga Lunes, Setyembre 14, 2026.

11/09/2026

𝙇𝙊𝙊𝙆 || 𝙎𝙏𝙍𝙀𝙉𝙂𝙏𝙃𝙀𝙉𝙄𝙉𝙂 𝘾𝙊𝙈𝙋𝙇𝙄𝘼𝙉𝘾𝙀, 𝘼𝘿𝙑𝘼𝙉𝘾𝙄𝙉𝙂 𝙈𝘼𝙏𝙀𝙍𝙉𝘼𝙇 𝘼𝙉𝘿 𝙉𝙀𝙒𝘽𝙊𝙍𝙉 𝘾𝘼𝙍𝙀 𝙄𝙉 𝙉𝙊𝙍𝙏𝙃𝙀𝙍𝙉 𝙎𝘼𝙈𝘼𝙍

The KOICA Maternal Newborn Child Health Project conducted the activity “Pathway to Compliance: Streamlining Birthing Center Licensing and Sustainable PhilHealth Accreditation” on September 10, 2026, at Ibabao Hall, Provincial Capitol, Northern Samar.

The activity brought together representatives from the province’s Rural Health Units, Local Government Units, PhilHealth, DOH, and other partner offices to discuss the importance of licensing, accreditation, and compliance in strengthening the delivery of maternal and newborn health services.

The activity was welcomed by Dr. Maria Aurora D. Vicencio, Provincial Government Department Head – Provincial Health Office, followed by a Special Message and Message of Support from Provincial Governor of Northern Samar, Hon. Harris Christopher M. Ongchuan.

The discussions highlighted key updates and processes on DOH standards for birthing facilities, licensing and accreditation, PhilHealth packages, and how compliance can contribute to better health outcomes. These were presented by Mr. Rikki Marion C. Royandoyan, Development Management Officer IV, Provincial DOH Office, and Ms. Joanna C. Manalili, Chief Social Insurance Officer, PhilHealth.

Adding a practical perspective to the discussions, participating RHUs also shared their experiences and best practices. RHU Bobon, through Dr. Henry Novales; RHU Lavezares, through Dr. Nida B. Lim; RHU Catarman, headed by Dr. Blessie Dana Noroña; and RHU San Roque, through Ms. Analyn Mora, shared initiatives and experiences that may serve as learning points for other facilities.

A meaningful part of the activity was the Open Forum, where participants were given the opportunity to raise questions, clarify concerns, and exchange insights on the topics discussed.

To cap the activity, Dr. John Ezekiel T. Valera, Provincial Health Officer I, provided the synthesis and closing message, highlighting the key points and shared experiences throughout the day.

The activity, led and supported through the KOICA Maternal Newborn Child Health Project, was facilitated in coordination with the Provincial Health Office (PHO) and other partner offices. It reflects the continuing collaboration among KOICA, PHO, DOH, PhilHealth, LGUs, RHUs, and other health partners in strengthening compliance and supporting quality, accessible, and sustainable maternal and newborn health services in Northern Samar.

Photos credits to the Provincial Information Office of Northern Samar

11/09/2026

Damo na ʟɪʙʀᴇ ɴɢᴀ ꜱᴇʀʙɪꜱʏᴏ an naghuhulat sa aton!💙
Pakadto sa Capitol Gym, Brgy. Dalakit, Catarman yana nga Lunes, September 14, 2026, para sa 𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗴 𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗼: 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗯𝗶𝘀𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗮𝗽𝗮𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮 𝘀𝗮 𝗟𝗮𝗵𝗮𝘁! 🇵🇭

Maupay nga balita, mga Nortehanon!

Magkadurudilain nga serbisyo an matatagamtaman sa Lunes, 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟒, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔, 𝐬𝐚 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐥 𝐆𝐲𝐦, 𝐁𝐫𝐠𝐲. 𝐃𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐭, 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧, pinaagi sin dako nga serbisyo caravan.

Sa ilarom san programa 𝐇𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐠 𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐮𝐥𝐨: 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐛𝐢𝐬𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐭 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐚 𝐬𝐚 𝐋𝐚𝐡𝐚𝐭, magtitirirok an mga opisina san Gobyerno Probinsyal, kaupod an mga ahensya san Gobyerno Nasyunal sugad san DSWD, DOLE, DOST, PCA, PSA, PhilHealth, COMELEC, BFAR, TESDA, LTO - Catarman, DOJ Prosecutor’s Office, Parole and Probation Office, Philippine Army, NSPPO, DTI, DENR, DILG, LRA, PIA, PhilFIDA, DOH, DMW, DA, NIA, CHED, NBI, UEP, PCIC, DAR, OWWA, DepEd, Red Cross, an buhatan ni Cong Edwin Ongchuan ngan iba pa, dara an magkadurudilain nga serbisyo para sa iyo.

Adi an pira sa mga serbisyo nga igpapaabot:

𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬
• Libre nga check-up ngan dental services
• Free Mobile X-ray /Mobile Clinic
• Free pneumococcal vaccination for 60 years up
• Free HPV vaccination for 9-14 years old girls
• Free medicines
• Panhatag sin assistive devices to pre-assessed and qualified recipients
• Panhatag Nutrition Breastfeeding Kits
• Blood Donation Drive
• PhilHealth registration ngan updating
• PhilHealth ID ngan Member Data Record (MDR) printing
• YAKAP registration
• Family Planning Counselling
• Free Family Planning Commodities
• Sectoral Booth for referral pathways for child support, solo parents, and people with HIV
• Mental and psychosocial support through WiSupport Desk

𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭
• Job Fair
• Kadiwa Store ngan Diskwento Caravan
• TUPAD Payout for identified beneficiaries
• Integrated Livelihood Grant Turnover
• Project Angel: Child Labor Prevention and Elimination Program,
• Livelihood Assistance Distribution
• OFW Help Desk with Libreng Tawag
• Consultation on OFW concerns
• Business registration
• Market finance services

𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞
• Distribution of vegetable seeds, abaca seedlings, fertilizers, and farm tools
• PCA Scholarship Program Information Drive
• Veterinary consultation
• Free Rabies vaccination, and castration for dogs and cats, deworming

𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
• Enrolment to TESDA Courses
• Registration for free assessment and skills demonstration
• DOST Scholarship Campaign
• Receiving of scholarship applications
• Consultation on Grants-in-Aid (GIA), Small Enterprise Technology Upgrading Program (SETUP), and Community Empowerment through Science and Technology (CEST) projects

𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬, 𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞, 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐏𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐎𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐫
• NBI Clearance, Police Clearance, Fiscal Clearance
• Title Distribution for unclaimed CARP patents
• Issuance of voter's certifications
• Free Theoretical Driving Course
• Distribution of Theoretical Driving Course certificates and license plate numbers
• Driver’s license and vehicle registration and renewal
• National ID registration
• e-Phil ID printing
• Notarization
• Free legal counselling
• DOJ Board of Claims applications
• Drafting of legal documents
• Consultation-advice for transactions involving Registered/Unregistered Land, Personal Properties
• Awareness Campaign on E-Serbisyo and A2A Program
• IEC Campaign on gun safety campaign
• Katarungang Pambarangay Education
• Consultation on DILG services

Lain sini, mayaon liwat distribution sin cash assistance, education assistance, allowances, vouchers, indemnity cheque, approved loans, livelihood inputs, ngan marine engines, AICS 2nd Tranche UPLIFT Payout sa mga identified beneficiaries; ngan awarding of certificates sa ilarom san mga programa san aton mga participating agencies.

Damo pa nga serbisyo an naghuhulat sa imo kaya andam na.

Tara sa Kapitolyo yana nga Lunes para sa 𝐇𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐠 𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐮𝐥𝐨: 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐛𝐢𝐬𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐭 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐚 𝐬𝐚 𝐋𝐚𝐡𝐚𝐭!

02/09/2026

𝘼𝙗𝙧𝙞𝙙𝙤 𝙣𝙖 𝙖𝙣 𝙉𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙣 𝙎𝙖𝙢𝙖𝙧 𝙑𝙞𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝘾𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙨𝙖 𝙉𝙎𝙋𝙃!✨

Pwede na magpa-eye check, vision screening, refraction, ngan iba pa nga eye health services.

𝐀𝐁𝐑𝐈𝐃𝐎 𝐍𝐀 𝐀𝐍 𝐍𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐍 𝐒𝐀𝐌𝐀𝐑 𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐂𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑! 👁️💚

Maupay nga balita para sa aton ngatanan!

An Northern Samar Vision Center san Northern Samar Provincial Hospital opisyal na nga nag-abri para maghatag sin mas accessible ngan kalidad nga serbisyo para sa mga problema sa mata.

𝐂𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐂 𝐒𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐃𝐔𝐋𝐄: Lunes, Miyerkules, ngan Biyernes (MWF) 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
𝐂𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐂 𝐋𝐎𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍: NSPH Vision Center (harane sa NSPH Emergency Room)
𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐎𝐏𝐓𝐎𝐌𝐄𝐓𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐓: Dr. Jennifer Ladeño-Dante

𝐌𝐠𝐚 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐛𝐢𝐬𝐲𝐨 𝐬𝐚𝐧 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫:
- Comprehensive Eye Examination & Vision Screening
- Refraction, Eyeglasses Prescription & Optical Services (upon availability)
- Pediatric & Specialized Vision Assessment
- Eye Health Examination & Screening para sa cataract, glaucoma, ngan iba pa nga kondisyon san mata
- Eye Health Counseling, Patient Education & Specialist Referral

An Northern Samar Vision Center usa nga priority development project san Provincial Government san Northern Samar, sa pangunguna san aton Governor Harris M. Ongchuan, kaupod an magkadurudilain nga private ngan public agencies sugad san iStrength, CBM Global Disability Inclusion Philippines, Resources for the Blind, Inc., Department of Health, ngan iba pa nga mga partners.

Para sa dugang nga impormasyon o suhestyon, bumisita la sa NSPH Vision Center o tumawag sa (055) 500-1314.

Para sa mas maupay nga pangimud, mas maupay nga kinabuhi, atamanon naton an aton mga mata! 💚

02/09/2026

25/08/2026

𝙇𝙊𝙊𝙆 || 𝘾𝙖𝙩𝙪𝙗𝙞𝙜 𝘿𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙞𝙘𝙩 𝙃𝙤𝙨𝙥𝙞𝙩𝙖𝙡 𝙟𝙤𝙞𝙣𝙨 𝙉𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙣 𝙎𝙖𝙢𝙖𝙧’𝙨 𝙜𝙧𝙤𝙬𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙣𝙚𝙩𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙠 𝙤𝙛 𝙃𝙄𝙑 𝙏𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙃𝙪𝙗𝙨

Congratulations to Catubig District Hospital on its official designation as a DOH-Designated HIV Treatment Hub, as reflected in the Department of Health’s updated directory of HIV Treatment Hubs and Primary HIV Care Facilities in the Philippines as of June 30, 2026.

This achievement marks another significant milestone in strengthening HIV services across Northern Samar. With the addition of Catubig District Hospital, the province now has a total of five (5) HIV Treatment Hubs, further expanding the reach of essential HIV services and bringing quality and accessible care closer to more communities.

As an HIV Treatment Hub, Catubig District Hospital will contribute to providing HIV counseling and testing, treatment and care, prevention services, and other essential support for individuals and communities affected by or at risk of HIV. Its designation also strengthens the province’s capacity to provide timely, coordinated, and responsive HIV services, particularly to communities in and around the Catubig area.

This milestone was made possible through the collaboration with the Provincial Health Office STI/HIV and AIDS Prevention & Control Program of Northern Samar, with the continued help and guidance of the Northern Samar Provincial Hospital – HIV Treatment Hub “PAGSARIGAN Clinic” staff, led by Mr. Emmanuel A. Tijares, HIV Case Manager. Their support and technical guidance contribute to strengthening the capacity of health facilities in the province to deliver quality and responsive HIV services.

The growing number of designated HIV Treatment Hubs reflects Northern Samar’s continued efforts to strengthen its local HIV response and ensure that individuals have better access to appropriate services within their communities. It also highlights the commitment of our healthcare facilities, health workers, and partners toward promoting accessible, inclusive, and quality HIV care throughout the province. With five (5) HIV Treatment Hubs now serving Northern Samar, this milestone represents a collective achievement in advancing HIV prevention, early diagnosis, treatment, and continuity of care across the province.

Congratulations, Catubig District Hospital, on this meaningful achievement! May this new designation further empower the hospital and its healthcare team in delivering quality HIV services and contributing to a healthier, more informed, and supportive Northern Samar.💚

05/08/2026

𝐎𝐏𝐈𝐒𝐘𝐀𝐋 𝐍𝐀 𝐓𝐔𝐆𝐎𝐍

Ang CAPUL DISTRICT HOSPITAL ay kaisa ng mga mamamayan ng Capul sa hangaring tugunan ang mga pangangailangang pangkalusugan ng aming nasasakupan, batay na din sa aming sinumpaang tungkulin. Naiintindihan din namin ang saloobin ng komunidad na ang bawat pasyente ay may karapatang bigyan ng atensyon sa mga pampublikong ospital. Eto ang aming gabay at panuntunan sa araw-araw na paglilingkod sa isla ng Capul.

Ikinalulungkot naming malaman na ang pamilya ng pasyenteng naaksidente kamakailan at dinala sa ospital ay nagpaabot sa social media ng kanyang hinaing ukol sa natanggap na trato sa Capul District Hospital. Kagaya ng lahat na aming pasyente, bukas naming tinanggap at binigyan ng kaagarang lunas ang nasabing pasyente sa gabi ng Hulyo 31, 2026, araw ng kapiyestahan ng Capul. Nagkataong marami ring naaksidente sa araw na iyon at sunod-sunod ang pasyente, pero lahat ay inasikaso ng doctor katulong ang 2 nurses at nursing attendants on-duty.

Ang nasabing pasyente ay dinala sa ospital na wala nang malay na aming napag-alaman ay dinala muna sa kanilang bahay, may mga sugat sa mukha at napadumi na sa sariling damit ng hindi niya namalayan. Binigyan ng standard care, nilinis ang sugat, kinabitan ng swero at binigyan ng gamot na dinaan sa swero mula sa pharmacy ng Capul District Hospital. Dahil sa assessment ng doctor nahihirapang huminga ang pasyente, napasuka na ng maitim na dugo, p**a ang mga mata, at kitang masama ang lagay, kaagad itong inirefer sa mas mataas na hospital, sa Catarman.

Pinadala ng ospital ang 2 oxygen (isang malaki at isang maliit na tangke) para umabot sa Catarman at pinagamit ang isang plastic bed sa pagbubuhat ng pasyente dahil eto ang angkop sa maliit na bangka at sa ambulance ng LGU Capul na syang pinakiusapan ng hospital para magdala ng pasyente sa Northern Samar Provincial Hospital mula sa Allen. Dahil hindi pagmamay-ari ng hospital ang ambulance, hindi nito saklaw ang panuntunan pagdating sa paggamit nito. Dinala ng staff ng Capul District Hospital ang pasyente sa kinaroroonan ng bangka sa Brgy 2, Poblacion, kasama ang MDRRMO at ang pamilya ng pasyente hanggang sa ligtas na nakarating eto sa NSPH.

Kasama sa programa ng mga government hospital sa probinsya ang libreng gamot at oxygen sa ilalim ng consignment mechanism at zero-balance billing program kaya walang binabayaran sa Capul District Hospital ang mga pasyente. Bagamat patuloy ang mga hakbang upang mas maimprove ang serbisyo ng hospital mula sa pagdadagdag ng mga gamit hanggang sa karagdagang mga personahe, sa kasalukuyan, limitado ang kakayahan nito bilang infirmary hospital, pagdating sa mga seryosong kalagayan kagaya ng internal hemorrhage sa mga kaso ng vehicular accidents. Lalo pa at isang isla ang Capul, kasama sa mga tinatawag na geographically isolated at disadvantaged areas o GIDA municipality, hamon ang medical services sa mga malulubhang sakit.

Hinihingi namin ang pag-unawa ng lahat habang ginagawa ng pamunuan ng hospital ang lahat ng mga hakbang upang mas mapabuti ang mga serbisyo ng pasilidad, na siyang pinapangarap nating lahat.

Salamat po.

04/08/2026

𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟭𝟬–𝟮𝟴, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲, isasagawa ang Measles-Rubella Supplemental Immunization Activity (MR-SIA) para sa lahat ng batang 𝟲–𝟱𝟵 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵𝘀 𝗼𝗹𝗱.

✅ Libre. Ligtas. Epektibo.

Magtungo sa inyong pinakamalapit na BHS o Health Center at alamin ang iskedyul ng pagbabakuna.

04/08/2026