South Cotabato Pediatric Association - SCPA

31/08/2026

20/08/2026

South Cotabato Pediatric Association (SCPA), in coordination with Dr Arturo P Pingoy Medical Center (DAPPMC) conducted a feeding program and lecture on nutrition at Cacub Child Development Center, Koronadal last August 13, 2026. This activity was appreciated by the pupils who eagerly listened to the lecture on proper nutrition.

20/08/2026

South Cotabato Pediatric Association (SCPA) conducted a Mental Health Awareness Lecture on July 15, 2026, at Libertad National High School, Surallah, South Cotabato. We collaborated with a distinguished mental health advocate, Mr Yves Tedera, who delivered a valuable lecture on mental health to high school students.

22/07/2026

10/07/2026

COVID-19 ADVISORY FOR PARENTS AND CAREGIVERS FROM PIDSP

COVID-19 is still circulating in our communities, with recent reports showing an increase in cases.

While most infections are now mild, children—especially infants and those with underlying medical conditions may still become seriously ill.

Help protect your family by following these simple steps:

✅ Stay home if you or your child has fever, cough, sore throat, runny nose, or other respiratory symptoms.

✅ Consider getting tested for COVID-19, especially if symptoms persist or there has been a known exposure.

✅ Wear a well-fitting face mask when sick or in crowded indoor settings.

✅ Avoid crowded places whenever possible, especially if you are unwell.

🚨 Seek medical attention immediately if your child develops:

* Difficulty breathing
* Persistent high fever
* Signs of dehydration
* Unusual drowsiness or difficulty waking up
* Signs of worsening illness

Stay informed. Stay vigilant. Together, we can help keep our children, families, and communities healthy.

08/07/2026

The South Cotabato Pediatric Association, in coordination with Allah Valley Medical Specialists' Center, Inc. Hospital conducted a lecture about Acute Rheumatic Fever and Rheumatic Heart Disease, generously delivered by our esteemed pediatric cardiologist, Ardynne Martin Mallari, MD, DPPS, DPCC. The activity offered extensive and valuable medical lecture to our fellow physicians, nurses, and other allied health medical professionals who are giving direct care to patients with rheumatic fever and rheumatic heart disease.

08/07/2026

The South Cotabato Pediatric Association (SCPA), in coordination with Mercury Drug Foundation, and Allah Valley Medical Specialists' Center, Inc. Hospital (AVMSCI) conducted a medical mission at Assumption, Koronadal last July 1, 2026. The mission offered free medical consultations, glucose testing, and medicines to the people of Assumption.