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August 24, 2026 | Parang, Sulu
LGU Parang Reaffirms Commitment to Maternal and Neonatal Health
Under the leadership of Hon. Mayor Habib Alkhadar T. Loong, the Local Health Board of Parang convened to strengthen maternal and child healthcare services across the municipality. To ensure safer deliveries, the LGU is actively conducting community information drives, procuring newborn kits for new mothers, and offering incentives for mothers who choose to give birth in Rural Health Units (RHU) and the Parang District Hospital (PDH) rather than at home.
Recognizing key ground challengesβsuch as staffing shortages, inter-barangay transportation barriers, and limited communication signalsβthe local administration is prioritizing targeted solutions to ensure continuous care for every mother and infant. The meeting was attended by key municipal leaders, including MLGOO Nermida M. Muksan, Municipal Treasurer Hja. Wanhar Nahudan, MNAO Madelyn Sahibbul, MDRRMO Abdurahman Tungupon, MPDC Al-Sharidz S. Berick, MIO Hja Rakag Tungupon, and Municipal Assessor (OIC) Nur-aisa Samson, reflecting a unified approach to improving community healthcare access.
This proactive effort underscores the LGU of Parangβs deep-seated commitment to safeguarding the welfare of women and children. By continuously expanding medical assistance, strengthening localized welfare initiatives, and investing in community-wide public health programs, Mayor Loongβs administration ensures that the health, safety, and overall well-being of every Parang constituent remain at the very center of municipal governance.