Lanuza RHU Public Information Release

18/08/2026

18/08/2026

Paalala: Ang Heat Stroke ay Delikado! ☀️

Dala ng pagtaas ng Heat Index ay ang banta ng heat related illnesses. Maging alert sa mga sintomas ng heat stroke tulad ng:
⚠️ Pagkahilo
⚠️ Lagnat
⚠️ Pangangalay
⚠️ Pag-init at Pamumula ng Balat
⚠️ Pagkawalang Malay

Kung ang kasama ay nakakaranas ng anumang sintomas nito, agad na lumipat sa malamig na lugar at humingi ng tulong.

Ang banta ng heat stroke ay maiiwasan basta’t laging handa sa init ng panahon. 🌡️

18/08/2026

3rd quarter FHSIS Data Quality Checking

The Lanuza Municipal Health Office, in collaboration with the Provincial Health Office Program Coordinators, successfully conducted an FHSIS (Field Health Services Information System) Data Quality Check to ensure the accuracy, completeness, consistency, and reliability of our health program reports.

This reflects our shared commitment to maintaining high-quality health information that serves as the foundation for evidence-based planning, informed decision-making, effective resource allocation, and continuous improvement of health services for every Lanuzanhon.

We extend our sincere appreciation to the Provincial Health Office and Program Coordinators for their technical guidance and support, and to the dedicated personnel of the Lanuza Municipal Health Office for their commitment to data integrity and excellence in public health service.

Together, we build stronger health systems through quality data and collaborative partnerships. 💙

17/08/2026

🌞 EXTREME HEAT ADVISORY

Beat the Heat, Protect Your Health!
Stay Safe During Periods of High Heat Index

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🌡️ WHO IS MOST AT RISK?

👶 Infants and young children
👵 Older adults (60 years and above)
🤰 Pregnant women
👷 Outdoor workers (farmers, fishermen, construction workers, drivers)
🏃 Athletes and physically active individuals
❤️ People with heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, kidney disease, or other chronic illnesses

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⚠️ KNOW THE DIFFERENCE

🟡 HEAT EXHAUSTION

Warning signs:

* Heavy sweating
* Dizziness or headache
* Weakness or extreme fatigue
* Pale, cool, clammy skin
* Muscle cramps
* Nausea or vomiting
* Fast but weak pulse

✅ What to Do

✔ Move to a cool or shaded place.
✔ Drink cool water slowly if fully conscious.
✔ Loosen or remove excess clothing.
✔ Apply cool wet cloths or fan the person.
✔ Rest until symptoms improve.

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🔴 HEAT STROKE

A MEDICAL EMERGENCY

Warning signs:

* Body temperature 40°C (104°F) or higher
* Hot, red, or dry skin (may stop sweating)
* Confusion or unusual behavior
* Severe headache
* Rapid, strong pulse
* Seizures
* Loss of consciousness

🚨 What to Do

❗ Call for emergency medical assistance immediately.
❗ Move the person to a cool, shaded area.
❗ Remove excess clothing.
❗ Cool the body with wet towels, cool water, or ice packs placed on the neck, armpits, and groin.
❗ DO NOT give anything to drink if the person is unconscious or confused.

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💧 HOW TO PREVENT HEAT-RELATED ILLNESSES

✅ Drink plenty of water—even before you feel thirsty.
✅ Avoid sugary drinks, alcohol, and excessive caffeine.
✅ Limit outdoor activities between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM when the heat is strongest.
✅ Wear light-colored, loose-fitting clothing, a hat, or use an umbrella.
✅ Take frequent breaks if working outdoors.
✅ Never leave children, older adults, or pets inside parked vehicles.
✅ Eat light meals and water-rich fruits such as watermelon, oranges, and cucumber.
✅ Check on elderly family members, neighbors, and those living alone.

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📍 REMEMBER

Heat exhaustion can progress to heat stroke if not treated promptly. Early recognition saves lives.

If you experience persistent dizziness, confusion, fainting, difficulty breathing, or a very high body temperature, proceed immediately to the nearest health facility.

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📞 Need Medical Assistance?

Visit or contact the

LANUZA RURAL HEALTH UNIT

Stay hydrated. Stay cool. Stay safe. ☀️💙

Source: Department of Health (DOH) Heat-Related Illness Advisories.

14/08/2026

HATID SERBISYO SA BARANGAY | Sitio Ibuan, Barangay Mampi 💙

Padayon ang Lanuza RHU – Primary Care Facility, uban sa atong mga dedikadong healthcare workers, sa pagdala sa mga serbisyong panglawas ngadto sa mga komunidad pinaagi sa Hatid Serbisyo sa Barangay. Kini nga inisyatiba nagtumong sa pagduol sa mga serbisyong panglawas aron mas daghan ang makabenepisyo, ilabi na ang mga lumulupyo sa layo nga mga lugar.

Atol sa among pagbisita sa Sitio Ibuan, Barangay Mampi, ang mga serbisyong gihatag naglakip sa:

🎗️ VIA (Visual Inspection with Acetic Acid) Cancer Screening – usa ka importante ug epektibong paagi sa sayong pagdiskubre sa cervical cancer aron matambalan kini sa mas sayong higayon ug mapanalipdan ang kahimsog sa kababayen-an.

🩺 Community Medical Check-up – paghatag og konsultasyon, basic health assessment, ug tukmang tambag medikal aron matubag ang panginahanglan sa panglawas sa komunidad.

📚 Health Education Campaigns – paghatag og impormasyon ug edukasyon bahin sa pagpugong sa sakit, pagpalambo sa himsog nga pamaagi sa kinabuhi, ug sa kamahinungdanon sa regular nga pagpacheck-up ug cancer screening.

Pinaagi sa Hatid Serbisyo sa Barangay, padayon natong gipaduol ang dekalidad nga serbisyo sa panglawas ngadto sa katawhan, ilabi na sa mga komunidad nga layo sa health facility. Ang sayong pag-atiman ug pagdiskubre sa sakit maoy usa sa atong labing epektibong paagi sa pagpanalipod sa panglawas sa matag Lanuzanhon.

💚 Daghang salamat sa mga residente sa Sitio Ibuan, Barangay Mampi, sa inyong aktibong pakig-ambit ug pagsalig. Magtinabangay kita alang sa usa ka mas himsog, lig-on, ug malambuong Lanuza!

14/08/2026

Purokalusugan sa Lanuza💙

Ang PUROKALUSUGAN usa sa mga importanteng programa sa Lanuza RHU – Primary Care Facility, diin ang atong mga Healthcare Workers nagdala sa serbisyo sa panglawas ngadto mismo sa matag purok ug barangay aron mas sayon, mas duol, ug mas dali maabot sa atong katawhan.

Niining semanaha, ang among team malampusong nagpahigayon og nagkalain-laing serbisyong panglawas, lakip ang:

🤰 Prenatal Check-up ug Monitoring – aron masiguro ang kahimsog sa inahan ug sa bata sulod sa tiyan.
💉 Immunization Services – pagpanalipod sa mga bata ug hamtong batok sa mga sakit nga mapugngan pinaagi sa bakuna.
🩺 Medical Consultation – paghatag og konsultasyon ug tukmang tambag medikal.
❤️ Non-Communicable Diseases (NCD) Program – screening, monitoring, ug tambag alang sa hypertension, diabetes, ug uban pang chronic diseases.
💊 Vitamin A Supplementation – paghatag og Vitamin A sa mga kabataan aron mapalig-on ang resistensya ug masuportahan ang ilang husto nga pagtubo ug paglambo.
📚 Health Education Campaigns – paghatag og impormasyon ug edukasyon bahin sa hustong pag-atiman sa panglawas, pagpugong sa sakit, ug pagpalambo sa himsog nga pamaagi sa kinabuhi.
🎗️ VIA Screening (Visual Inspection with Acetic Acid) – sayong pagdiskubre sa cervical cancer alang sa kababayen-an.
🥗 Nutrition Assessment ug Counseling – nutritional assessment, pagtimbang, ug tambag alang sa hustong nutrisyon sa matag pamilya.

Pinaagi sa PUROKALUSUGAN, padayon natong gipalig-on ang preventive healthcare, gipaduol ang mga serbisyo sa panglawas, ug gisiguro nga walay mabiyaan sa atong komunidad.

💚 Magtinabangay kita alang sa usa ka mas himsog, lig-on, ug malambuong Lanuza!

07/08/2026

31/07/2026

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𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐎𝐏𝐃 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐞

Adela Serra Ty Memorial Medical Center (ASTMMC) is pleased to share the August 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐎𝐏𝐃 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬. Patients, clients, and referring facilities are encouraged to refer to the schedule below for the availability of specialty and subspecialty clinics and to plan their consultations accordingly.

For referral coordination, contact our 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐍𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭 (𝐏𝐍𝐑𝐔):
(086) 214-6365
0951-455-4154

For inquiries and assistance, contact our 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐤 (𝐏𝐀𝐂𝐃):
(086) 211-3700
0961-855-9207

Please note that due to the limited availability of specialists, schedules may be subject to change. We encourage everyone to regularly visit the official ASTMMC page and website for updates and announcements.

𝘕𝘰𝘵𝘦: 𝘖𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘪𝘮𝘢𝘨𝘦 𝘳𝘦𝘷𝘪𝘴𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘰𝘳𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘶𝘱𝘥𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘯𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯.

29/07/2026

Big Thank you to all our Local Health Board and Local HIV AIDS Council Chairman mayor Mayor Geri Herrera Irizari and members for extending patience during this 6 hour long board meeting.

All to bring healthcare services closer to all Lanuzanhons!