LAGAO-Rural Health Unit

18/08/2026

READY TO BE A LIFESAVER? HERE'S YOUR SIGN. 🩸

If you're planning to join our Blood Donation Drive, please take a moment to ensure that you meet the basic donor eligibility requirements before coming to the donation site.

A single blood donation can help save multiple lives and provide hope to patients in need. Your participation is a meaningful contribution to the health and well-being of our community.

Donor Eligibility Checklist

✔️ 18–58 years old

✔️ Weighs 50 kg or more

✔️ Had at least 8 hours of sleep

✔️ No cough or colds

✔️ No open wounds

✔️ No alcohol intake within 24 hours before donation

✔️ Pulse rate: 60–100 beats per minute

✔️ Blood pressure: 90/60 to 130/80 mmHg

If you meet these requirements, you're ready to take an important step toward saving lives.

We look forward to seeing you at the donation site.

17/08/2026

07/08/2026

🪱 𝘽𝙮𝙚, 𝙗𝙪𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙚! 𝙃𝙚𝙡𝙡𝙤, 𝙝𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙩𝙝𝙮 𝙠𝙞𝙙𝙨! 💙
Isang tableta, malaking proteksyon!
Panahon na muli ng Mass Drug Administration (MDA) para sa Soil-Transmitted Helminthiasis o Deworming! Sama-sama nating protektahan ang ating mga anak laban sa bulate upang sila ay lumaking malusog, masigla, at handang matuto.
💊 Ang gamot ay LIBRE, LIGTAS, at EPEKTIBO. Ito ay para sa mga edad 1 hanggang 19 taong gulang upang maiwasan ang pagkakaroon ng bulate at mapanatiling malusog ang ating mga kabataan.

03/08/2026

Kalagaoeños, take charge of your health with our Active Case Finding campaign this AUGUST 11, 2026 at CARCON MULIT-PURPOSE HALL, Barangay Lagao.

Avail of FREE chest X-ray and HIV testing to ensure your well-being.
Early detection is crucial, and we're here to support you. Don't miss this opportunity for a healthier future. See you!

08/06/2026

📢 PUBLIC ADVISORY

Due to the recent earthquake that affected General Santos City and nearby areas, and in consideration of the safety of our residents, participants, volunteers, and healthcare personnel, the Active Case Finding 2026 – Free Chest X-Ray and HIV Testing scheduled on June 9, 2026 at Barangay Lagao Covered Court has been POSTPONED until further notice. Recent reports indicate significant earthquake impacts and ongoing aftershocks in the area.

The safety and well-being of everyone remain our highest priority. We kindly ask for your understanding and cooperation during this time as we assess the situation and coordinate with the concerned authorities.

A new schedule will be announced once conditions are deemed safe.

Please stay alert, follow official advisories, and take necessary precautions regarding possible aftershocks.

Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to serving you soon.

04/06/2026

Kalagaoeños, take charge of your health with our Active Case Finding campaign this JUNE 9, 2026!
Avail of FREE chest X-ray and HIV testing to ensure your well-being.
Early detection is crucial, and we're here to support you. Don't miss this opportunity for a healthier future. See you!

18/05/2026

🩸✨ READY TO BE A LIFESAVER? HERE’S YOUR SIGN.

Planning to donate at our Blood Donation Drive? Make sure you’re good to go!

Your simple act of donating blood can help save lives and give hope to patients in need. Be a hero in your own meaningful way donate blood and make a difference in the community. 👇

✅ 18–58 years old
✅ 50 kgs or more
✅ At least 8 hours of sleep
✅ No cough/colds
✅ No open wounds
✅ No alcohol 24 hours before donation
✅ Pulse rate: 60–100 bpm
✅ BP: 90/60 to 130/80 mmHg

If you check all the boxes, congrats — you’re one step away from saving lives. ❤️💉

See you at the donation site!

09/03/2026

Please be advised that the Lagao Rural Health Unit is now operating Monday to Thursday, 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM in compliance with energy conservation measures.
For updates and inquiries, feel free to follow our page or send us a message.

09/03/2026

BASAHIN | Naglabas ng Executive Order ang Pamahalaang Lungsod ng General Santos na nag-a-adopt ng compressed four-day work week at energy conservation measures alinsunod sa Office of the President's Memorandum Circular No. 114 na may petsang Marso 6, 2026.
Sa ilalim nito, ipatutupad ang bagong iskedyul ng trabaho na 8:00 ng umaga hanggang 7:00 ng gabi mula Lunes hanggang Huwebes para sa mga tanggapan ng City Government. Pansamantala ring isinususpinde ang lahat ng umiiral na flexi-time arrangements batay sa rekomendasyon ng Human Resource Management and Development Office (HRMDO).
Mananatiling tuloy-tuloy at hindi maaantala ang mga frontline, essential, at vital services ng lungsod upang matiyak na napaglilingkuran pa rin ang mga mamamayan.

23/02/2026

Our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who participated, donated blood, and supported our recent donation drive this February 21, 2026. Your generosity and willingness to give truly made this activity a success and, more importantly, helped save lives.

We would like to extend our sincere appreciation to the Philippine Red Cross - General Santos City-Sarangani Province Chapter for their invaluable partnership, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to health advocacy.

Special thanks as well to Barangay Lagao for their strong support and collaboration in making this community initiative possible.

We are also proud to share that Lagao Rural Health Unit was recognized and awarded the “Scroll of Honor” for its strong commitment to health advocacy and community partnership. This recognition belongs to everyone who contributed to the success of this activity.

Together, we continue to build a healthier and stronger community. 💙