06/04/2022
March 13, 2022
Mambagongon Lake, Agusan Marsh Community Outreach
The Philippine Dental Association ADS & ADN Chapters in collaboration with NCIP CSC La Paz, LGU La Paz-MTourismO, Provincial Health Office of ADS conducted its outreach called “PAHINUNGOD PARA SA TAGA MARSHLAND” on March 13, 2022 in Mambagongon Lake, Poblacion, La Paz, Agusan del Sur.
It was organized by 25 dentists from ADS headed by its Chapter President Dr. Henry Cañizares and ADN headed by its President Dr. Eleonor C. Galimpin, NCIP CSC La Paz Staff headed by Ms. Gilchrist Justo Gregorio, LGU La Paz through Municipal Tourism Office headed by Ms Michelle Havana, and Brgy Officials headed by Punong Barangay Jun Mercado. It was attended by 104 community members both children and adults.
There were 85 food packs, used clothing, toothbrush and toothpaste distributed to families. Dr. Eleonor Galimpin conducted IEC on dental care and toothbrush drilling while NCIP Midwife Cherry De Venancio facilitated the pre-screening on tuberculosis. Inspiring messaged were delivered both from the community and visitors.
The team enjoyed the natural scenery of Agusan Marsh and sumptuous food provided by the host LGU. Thanks to Mayor Michael Lim for being supportive to the endeavor of IPs anywhere in La Paz.