Aiming to promote accessible healthcare services and strengthen community partnerships, the Police Regional Office Cordillera Administrative Region (PRO CAR) and the Philippine Pharmacists Association (PPhA), Inc., along with various stakeholders, successfully conducted a Medical Outreach Program at the PRO CAR Regional Headquarters, Camp Major Bado Dangwa, La Trinidad, Benguet on April 22, 2025.

The event was graced by Dr. Aleth Therese Laura Dacanay, RPh, President of the PPhA, Inc., who served as the Guest of Honor and Speaker.

As a highlight of the program proper, Dr. Dacanay, along with PBGen. Rogelio Raymundo,Jr.,Deputy Regional Director for Administration, led the ceremonial turnover of 15 wheelchairs from the PPhA to selected beneficiaries.

Meanwhile, during the medical outreach, a total of 555 individuals, composed of PNP personnel and other civilian beneficiaries, received various medical services, including vital signs assessment, medical consultation, hair analysis, skin analysis, health check, electrocardiogram (ECG), chest x-ray, dental check-up, and circumcision. In addition, beneficiaries also received medicines and vitamins, as well as various freebie items from other partner companies and organizations.

In her message, Dr. Dacnay emphasized the importance for pharmacists and all stakeholders to remain committed to sustainable healthcare practices and urged the implementation of strategies that prioritize the well-being of communities, both in the present and for future generations.

“Let us continue to build bridges, foster collaborations, and work toward a common goal: a healthier, stronger Pilipinas for all!” Dr. Dacanay added.

Themed “Binnadang: Pharmacists in Action for Unified and Sustainable Healthcare,” the program was initiated by the PPhA and made possible through the support of its partners, including Watsons Personal Care Stores Philippines, Inc., SM Foundation, Pocari Sweat Philippines, Otsuka Philippines, Inc., and PhilHealth-CAR.