Browsing: Malasakit Centers

Malasakit Centers are one-stop shops designed to streamline access to government healthcare services. Moreover, these centers aim to simplify the process for patients seeking medical assistance. They also provide a centralised hub for various forms of aid, including financial assistance, support for medications, and facilitation of medical procedures. By consolidating resources and services, Malasakit Centers eliminate bureaucratic hurdles and ensure patients receive timely and comprehensive care.

Senator Bong Go, serving as the chair of the Commission on Appointments Committee on Health, played a pivotal role in sponsoring the confirmation of Dr. Ted Herbosa as the Secretary of the Department of Health (DOH) to showcase his unwavering commitment to public health. The confirmation took place during a Committee on Appointments plenary session, where Senator Go eloquently emphasised the paramount importance of prioritising the well-being of the country’s poor and vulnerable populations while ensuring the seamless continuation of critical government health programs.