09/07/2026
Across Palawan, health workers, community organizations, and local leaders are working together to bring essential health services closer to the people who need them most.
From 17 to 18 June, WHO Philippines joined the Philippine Country Coordinating Mechanism (PCCM), the Department of Health (DOH), MIMAROPA Center for Health Development (CHD), Global Fund Principal Recipients, UNAIDS Philippines, civil society organizations, and local government partners for an integrated monitoring visit across Puerto Princesa City and Rizal, Palawan.
The delegation visited provincial and municipal health offices, hospitals, TB DOTS facilities, HIV treatment hubs, social hygiene clinics, community centers, and malaria service delivery points to observe the implementation of Global Fund-supported interventions. The visit also provided an opportunity to hear directly from frontline health workers, clients, key affected populations, local officials, and community partners about what is working, the challenges they continue to face, and the support needed to strengthen TB, HIV, and malaria services.
From innovative approaches that protect client privacy to community-led malaria surveillance in remote areas, the visit highlighted how local leadership and strong partnerships are helping improve access to quality health services. WHO remains committed to supporting national and local partners in building equitable and resilient health systems that leave no one behind.
