Go urges more health services for the poor

Among those mentioned by Go is the continuing operations of Malasakit Centers, the establishment of more Super Health Centers in strategic locations nationwide, and the proper implementation of the recently enacted Regional Specialty Centers Act.

He cited a recent department memorandum signed by Secretary Teodoro Herbosa instructing medical center chiefs to ensure that all patients must be accorded the available services in Malasakit Centers. These centers were institutionalized under Republic Act No. 11463, principally authored and sponsored by Go. According to DOH, more than seven millionGo also noted the importance of Super Health Centers, which serve as primary care facilities offering a range of services including consultations, laboratory tests, and minor treatments.

Go said free consultations handled by municipal health offices, LGUs, and PhilHealth through its Konsulta program can be facilitated in Super Health Centers.

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