The Manila city government officially reopened the Beata Health Center in Pandacan on Tuesday, November 3, bringing modernized facilities and expanded medical services closer to senior citizens, pregnant women, and children.
Manila Mayor Isko Moreno Domagoso emphasized that the reopening aims to enhance everyday healthcare access for local residents.
“Ito ay sana ay isang pasilidad na makatulong upang maibsan natin ang mga pangangailangan natin sa pangkalusugan sa araw-araw. Kung hindi man emergency o aberya, at least dito man lang regular na ma-check up ang ating matatanda, buntis at mga bata,” he said.
During the inauguration, Domagoso announced that four additional health centers are slated for reopening, while 13 more facilities are lined up for comprehensive renovations.
Addressing local residents, the mayor highlighted how the upgraded center eliminates the need for long-distance travel for basic medical consultations.
“Sa mga nanay at tatay ko, ito na po ang request ninyo. Hindi na po kayo pupunta sa malayo para lang makapagpa-check up,” he stated.
The city government remains committed to allocating funds for advanced medical equipment and broader public health services.
Domagoso noted that residents can also access free specialized procedures, such as angiograms and angioplasties, at the Ospital ng Maynila Medical Center.
Reiterating his commitment to public welfare, the mayor concluded:
“Humaba lang ang buhay ninyo, habang ako ang mayor ninyo, masaya na ako,” Domagoso said.