Philippine Pediatric Society Negros Occidental Chapter

10/08/2026

The Philippine Pediatric Society - Negros Occidental Chapter proudly joined the Ligtas Tigdas Measles-Rubella Supplemental Immunization Activity (SIA) held on August 10, 2026 at the Silay City Public Plaza Covered Court.

📸 First photo: Dr. Al Dane M. Pagunsan delivering a short lecture on what the Measles-Rubella SIA is and its important benefits for our communities.

📸 Last photo: Dr. Pagunsan together with Dr. Donna M. Quevenco and Dr. Andrea Libo-on (DOH Negros Island Region Representative). To his right are the Silay CHO head of immunization, Mrs. Leoce Calma and Mr. Sege Golez.

Protecting our children's health starts with us! Together, we promote vaccination and a healthier future for every child. 💪👶

10/08/2026

The Philippine Pediatric Society Negros Occidental Chapter participated in the the launching of the upcoming Measles Rubella Supplemental Immunization Activity on August 10, 2026 8am at Mansilingan Activity Center.

The 𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐓𝐀𝐒 𝐓𝐈𝐆𝐃𝐀𝐒 2026 𝐌𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐥𝐞𝐬-𝐑𝐮𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐚 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 campaign aims to protect children against Measles (Tigdas) and Rubella through safe, free, and effective vaccination.

Campaign period: August 10-26, 2026
Eligible Children: 6-59 months

We encourage all parents and caregivers to have eligible children vaccinated during the activity.

Let us protect our community and leave no child behind!

07/08/2026

The Philippine Pediatric Society – Negros Occidental Chapter extends its heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Elmer Hilary G. Balbin, MD, FPPS, FPIDSP, for delivering an engaging and insightful Scientific Lecture entitled "Common Fungal Infections in Children and Clinical Use of Miconazole."

Thank you for sharing your expertise, evidence-based recommendations, and practical clinical insights that continue to enhance pediatric practice and reinforce our commitment to excellence in child healthcare.

We also extend our sincere appreciation to Biocare Lifesciences Inc. for your generous support and sponsorship of this educational activity. Your partnership plays a vital role in helping us provide meaningful continuing medical education for our members.

Finally, we extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who attended and participated in this Scientific Lecture. Your presence, active engagement, and commitment to lifelong learning made this event a meaningful and successful one. We look forward to welcoming you again to our future educational activities.

Thank you, Dr. Balbin, Biocare Lifesciences Inc., and everyone who joined us in making this event a success!

03/08/2026

03/08/2026

The Philippine Pediatric Society – Negros Occidental Chapter extended its heartfelt gratitude to everyone who joined us on August 2, 2026, at SM City Bacolod for UKOB 2026, our annual celebration in support of breastfeeding, highlighted by our simultaneous latch-on activity.

This meaningful gathering reaffirmed the vital role of breastfeeding in giving every child the healthiest possible start in life and highlighted our shared commitment to protecting, promoting, and supporting breastfeeding in our communities.

28/07/2026

The Philippine Pediatric Society–Negros Occidental Chapter, through its Committee on Teen Pregnancy, and in partnership with Rotary Club of Bacolod North successfully conducted a community lecture titled “From Awareness to Aftercare: Empowering Teens, Supporting Mothers, Protecting Babies” at Dungganon Youth Hub, Bantayan Park, Bago City.

The activity aimed to strengthen awareness on teenage pregnancy, responsible decision-making, maternal health, and the importance of appropriate support and aftercare for teenage mothers and their babies.

From awareness, we move toward action, support, and aftercare.

28/07/2026

Philippine Pediatric Society Negros Occidental Chapter
✨ 2nd Business Meeting 2026 ✨
Held yesterday via Zoom virtual platform 💻 — and for the first time, led by our newly inducted officers for 2026–2028 🤝. Moving forward together with renewed commitment! 💙🙌

22/07/2026

PPS-NOC conducted its first community activity in Barangay Mandalagan, marking the beginning of its partnership with the chapter’s newly adopted community. The activity brought together barangay officials, health workers, parents, and caregivers to strengthen collaboration and identify priority child health needs. 🌟

The interactive lecture on the Child Injury Prevention Program was conducted by the Committee on Accident Prevention, Disaster, Environment Safety, and Assistance. Practical measures to prevent falls, burns, poisoning, choking, drowning, and road-related injuries were discussed, making the activity a meaningful first step toward a safer, healthier, and more child-friendly Barangay Mandalagan. 💙

20/07/2026

📢 PAHIBALO

SA TANAN NGA NAGAPASÚSONG ILÓY

Ginapaimbitar namon kamo nga magtambay sa Dominggo, Agosto 2, 2026, alas dose sang udto (12:00 NN) tubtob alas tres sang hapon (3:00 PM), sa Main Atrium, North Wing SM City Bacolod, bilang pagselebrar bahin sang Pambansa nga Aktibidad sa Pagpasúso: Ukob Negros Occidental 2026.

Sa okasyon nga ini, ang tanan nga nagapasúsong ilóy pwede magpasúso sa ila mga bata sang sabay-sabay.

Magkadto kag mag-upod sa amon! Madamo kami nga mga rafle, pa-premyo, kag mga regalo para sa inyo!

Ginahimo ni:
Philippine Pediatric Society Negros Occidental Chapter,
Komite sa Nutrisyon kag Pagpasúso,
SM City Bacolod,
Dakbanwa sang Bacolod kag
Sa pagtinabangay sang nagkalain-lain nga ospital