PHO Samar: Health Promotion Unit

14/07/2026

𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐓𝐀𝐒 𝐓𝐈𝐆𝐃𝐀𝐒 𝐌𝐔𝐒𝐈𝐂 𝐕𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐎 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐄𝐓𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍

As we prepare for the upcoming Measles-Rubella Suplemmental Immunization Activity this August, the Department of Health Eastern Visayas invites all eligible institutions to be part of the Ligtas Tigdas Campaign by creating and submitting an original Ligtas Tigdas MUSIC VIDEO!

We encourage participation from:
✔Provincial Government Units (PGUs)
✔Local Government Units (LGUs)
✔National Government Agencies
✔Non-Government Organizations (NGOs)
✔Private Businesses and Organizations

🏆 The winning entry will be selected as the official jingle of the Ligtas Tigdas Campaign in Eastern Visayas, helping amplify the campaign's message and encourage communities to protect children through vaccination.

📅 Submit your official entry on or before 5:00 PM on July 15, 2026.

Let's work together to spread the message of protection one song at a time!

P.S. Participants are strongly encouraged to produce original, human-created entries. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in creating jingles is highly discouraged.

14/07/2026

𝐍𝐔𝐓𝐑𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐆𝐎𝐄𝐒 𝐁𝐄𝐘𝐎𝐍𝐃 𝐅𝐎𝐎𝐃

Ms. Felicita Borata, Regional Nutrition Program Coordinator of DOH Eastern Visayas, reminds us that nutrition is more than just food on our plates. It's about our environment, social behavior, governance, health, and sanitation — making it a truly multisectoral effort.💚

This powerful insight was shared during the DOH Talk on Air episode for Nutrition Month Celebration last July 13, 2026.

📣Catch us every Monday from 10:00 - 11:00 AM on FMR 100.7 and PRTV 12 Channel for more important health information.

09/07/2026

07/07/2026

29/06/2026

If you live in a country affected by and other arboviral diseases, you can lower your risk by using:
✅ mosquito repellents
✅ long-sleeved clothes
✅ mosquito nets when sleeping during the day
✅ window screens

‼️ Remember to often drain, wash & scrub water storage containers

29/06/2026

Heat can make people seriously ill. Knowing the signs saves lives.

⚠️Here’s what to watch out for:
Headache, dizziness, nausea, cramps, palpitations, excessive sweating or unusual tiredness.

Heat and air pollution together hit harder and for people with cardiovascular or respiratory conditions, the effects can be faster and more severe.

If you or someone you know starts to experience signs of heat stress:

❎ Slow down or stop activity, move to a cooling area, drink water. Seek help if your symptoms don’t improve.

🚨 Look for danger signs: severe headache, confusion, agitation, collapse, seizures, or not responding normally. This counts as a health emergency.

👀 If someone near you looks unwell, don’t leave them alone.
Move them to a cooling area immediately, and call for first aid or alert event staff.

🌡️ Check weather forecast and air quality levels.

Share to help more people recognize the signs.

29/06/2026

26/06/2026

𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐫 𝐈𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐤𝐮𝐧𝐠𝐮𝐧𝐲𝐚 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐲

The Provincial Health Office Samar has issued a health advisory urging the public to remain vigilant against Chikungunya, a viral disease transmitted through the bite of infected Aedes mosquitoes. Residents are encouraged to recognize the early signs and symptoms, seek prompt medical consultation, and avoid self-medication.

The PHO also calls on every household to eliminate mosquito breeding sites by cleaning surroundings, removing stagnant water, and practicing proper waste disposal. By taking preventive measures and working together as a community, we can reduce the risk of mosquito-borne diseases and protect the health of every family.

26/06/2026

PROVINCIAL HEALTH OFFICE HEALTH ADVISORY

📣Stay Alert Against Chikungunya

The Provincial Health Office advises the public to remain vigilant against Chikungunya, a viral disease transmitted through the bites of infected Aedes mosquitoes—the same mosquitoes that spread Dengue fever and Zika virus disease.

📣Know the Signs and Symptoms

If you experience any of the following, seek medical consultation at the nearest health facility:

* Sudden onset of fever
* Severe joint pain
* Muscle pain
* Headache
* Skin rash
* Fatigue

Although most patients recover, joint pain may persist for weeks or even months in some cases.

📣Protect Yourself and Your Family

Prevent mosquito bites by:

* Wearing long-sleeved clothing and long pants.
* Applying mosquito repellent as directed.
* Using mosquito nets, especially for infants, older adults, and those who are ill.
* Installing window and door screens where possible.

📣Eliminate Mosquito Breeding Sites

Every household is encouraged to:

* Empty and clean water containers regularly.
* Cover water storage containers tightly.
* Dispose of discarded cans, bottles, tires, and other containers that collect rainwater.
* Keep surroundings clean and free of stagnant water.

📣Seek Early Medical Consultation

If you develop fever accompanied by severe joint pain or other symptoms, consult your nearest Rural Health Unit or health facility immediately. Avoid self-medication.

Together, let us protect our families and communities.
A clean environment and community cooperation are our strongest defenses against mosquito-borne diseases.

📣Provincial Health Office Samar
“Prevent mosquito breeding. Prevent disease. Protect every family.”

16/06/2026