07/09/2026
Alcoy LGU Holds Buntis Congress, Promotes Maternal and Women’s Health
September 4, 2026 | Alcoy, Cebu
The Municipality of Alcoy, through the Alcoy Rural Health Unit, successfully conducted the Buntis Congress on September 4, 2026, at Alcoy National High School, bringing together pregnant women and other women in the community for a day of health education, services, and empowerment.
The program was formally welcomed by Dr. Karljan Paul Gayloa, Rural Health Physician, who emphasized the importance of regular prenatal care, proper preparation for safe pregnancy and delivery, and continued access to essential health services for mothers and women.
Adding significance to the event, Engr. Jose Eugenio Singson Jr, Municipal Mayor delivered an inspirational message, expressing the local government’s continued commitment to supporting maternal and women’s health programs and ensuring that essential health services reach the community.
As part of the Buntis Congress, participants were provided with informative lectures on cervical cancer prevention and early detection, as well as prenatal care and safe pregnancy and delivery. These sessions aimed to equip women with accurate health information and encourage them to seek timely and appropriate healthcare services.
One of the highlights of the activity was the provision of FREE Pap smear screening to both pregnant and non-pregnant women, promoting early detection of cervical abnormalities and strengthening the community’s efforts toward cervical cancer prevention.
The activity concluded with closing remarks from Ms. Angelie Brook U. Cejudo, Department of Health Development Management Officer IV (DMO IV), recognizing the importance of collaboration among local health workers, the community, and partner agencies in advancing maternal and women’s health.
The Alcoy Rural Health Unit extends its sincere gratitude to the Alcoy Local Government Unit, the Alcoy National High School Principal, Mrs. Anna Zhusette Z. Pintorschool, and the Department of Health – Central Visayas Center for Health Development (DOH CV CHD) for their valuable support and partnership in making the Buntis Congress a meaningful and successful activity.
Through continued collaboration and accessible health services, Alcoy remains committed to building a healthier community, one mother and one family at a time.
