Carigara MHO - Health Promotion

20/05/2026

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18/05/2026

The Pilot Session Activity of the “Idol Ko Si Nanay” Rollout successfully commenced today, May 18, 2026, across the barangays of Brgy. Sagkahan, Brgy. Baybay, Brgy. Guindapunan East, Brgy. West Visoria, Brgy. Canlampay, Brgy. Ponong and Brgy. Upper Sogod. The activity aimed to strengthen maternal and child health awareness through community-based learning sessions focusing on proper nutrition, maternal care, responsible parenting, and healthy family practices. Mothers and caregivers actively participated in the discussions and interactive activities facilitated by health workers and program implementers, creating a positive and engaging learning environment within the communities.

The rollout served as an important step in promoting the goals of the “Idol Ko Si Nanay” program by empowering mothers with essential knowledge and practical skills that support the well-being of their children and families. The collaborative efforts of barangay officials, health personnel, BHWs, and community volunteers contributed to the smooth implementation of the pilot sessions. Through this initiative, the communities demonstrated their commitment to improving maternal and child health outcomes and fostering stronger family support systems at the barangay level.

16/05/2026

🌿✨ PuroKalusugan Launching Day! ✨🌿

Today marks a meaningful step toward a healthier community as we officially launch PuroKalusugan in Barangay Cutay, Carigara, Leyte 💚

With the support of our dedicated health workers, barangay officials, and every pamilya, we move closer to a future where quality health care reaches every household. 🏡🩺

“Malusog nga Purok, Kusgan nga Komunidad!” 💪
Together, let us build a stronger, healthier Cutay—one purok at a time.






Department of Health Eastern Visayas

16/05/2026

The Municipal Purokalusugan Orientation and Launching 💕

16/05/2026

Training of Trainors on Idol ko si Nanay ❤️

14/05/2026

Safe Motherhood Week🌸
May 10-16, 2026

An Safe Motherhood Week usa nga selebrasyon ngan kampanya nga nagtututdo han kahalagahan han luwas ngan maopay nga pag-ataman ha mga nanay durante han pagburod, pagpanganak, ngan katapos manganak. An katuyoan hini amo an pagpanalipod han kinabuhi ngan kahimsog han iroy ngan iya anak.

13/05/2026

The Municipal Purokalusugan Orientation and Launching was successfully conducted on May 13, 2026, Wednesday, at 8:00 AM at the Brgy. Baybay Multipurpose Gym, participated in by representatives from the 24 Purokalusugan Implementation Sites including Barangay Chairpersons, Committee on Health representatives, and SK Chairpersons. The activity served as an avenue to strengthen collaboration, leadership, and community participation in promoting accessible, preventive, and quality healthcare services at the grassroots level.

The event was graced by esteemed guests including Dr. Antonio O. Ida, MPH, DMO V who delivered the Rationale of the Activity highlighting the significance of collective efforts in advancing community health programs. Also present were Ms. Roxanne Emping-Marson, RN, MAN, DMO IV and Dr. Ma Bella V. Profetana Municipal Health Officer for their unwavering support to public health initiatives. The participants were further inspired by the motivational message of Hon. Eduardo T. Ong Jr, Municipal Mayor encouraging unity and commitment in building healthier barangays.

The activity concluded with the Signing of the Pledge of Commitment, symbolizing the dedication and shared responsibility of all stakeholders in sustaining the goals and vision of the Municipal Purokalusugan Program.

09/05/2026

The 5-Day Training of Trainers (TOT) on “Idol Ko Si Nanay” May 4-8, 2026 was successfully conducted at Nanay Delia’s Farm with the active participation of the Municipal Health Office (MHO) Carigara Staff, Rural Health Midwives, Department of Health Human Resources for Health (DOH-HRH), Barangay Nutrition Scholar (BNS) Representative, and Barangay Health Worker (BHW) President.

The activity aimed to strengthen the knowledge, skills, and capacity of health and nutrition workers in promoting proper maternal and child nutrition, health education, and community-based nutrition interventions. The training also emphasized the importance of empowering mothers and families through effective health promotion strategies and community participation.

The training was facilitated by Mr. Ernest R. Dimakiling-Development Officer II, Ms. Jessa G. Paragas-Nutrition Officer III and Hon. Catalino P. Dotollo Jr., DPA, MPH, MAN, PSNT-Regional Nutrition Program Coordinator who shared valuable discussions, practical insights, and strategies related to nutrition, maternal care, and community mobilization.

The conduct of the training was initiated and coordinated by MNAO Designate Ms. Maricel P. Pore in support of the municipality’s commitment to improving maternal and child health outcomes and strengthening nutrition programs at the community level.

Throughout the five-day activity, participants engaged in interactive discussions, workshops, group activities, and experiential learning sessions that enhanced their capability to become effective trainers and advocates of the “Idol Ko Si Nanay” program in their respective barangays and communities. The training fostered collaboration, teamwork, and a deeper appreciation of the vital role of mothers and community health workers in achieving healthier families and communities.

08/05/2026

Nutrisyong para sa lahat! 💕

08/05/2026

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07/05/2026

Babaye importante ka! 🌸

𝐁𝐀𝐁𝐀𝐄, 𝐌𝐀𝐇𝐀𝐋𝐀𝐆𝐀 𝐊𝐀! 𝐌𝐀𝐆𝐏𝐀-𝐂𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐑 𝐒𝐂𝐑𝐄𝐄𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐍𝐀!

HPV o Human Papillomavirus na naipapasa sa pamamagitan ng pakikipagtalik ang karaniwang sanhi ng Cervical Cancer.

Mahala ang maagang pagtuklas upang maagapan ang malubhang epekto ng sakit na ito.

Pumunta sa inyong pinakamalapit na health center para sa libreng cervical cancer screening!