The local government of Caloocan City announced on Saturday, Jan. 13, that it broke ground for two new Super Health Centers that will help enhance the delivery of health services to the city residents.
Caloocan City Mayor Dale Gonzalo "Along" Malapitan led the groundbreaking ceremonies of the two facilities in Barangay 168, Deparo and Barangay 171, Bagumbong on Wednesday Jan. 10.
According to the city government, the two-storey health centers will feature minor surgical room, x-ray room, laboratory, and even confinement wards. It aims to provide improved health services and medicines for the Caloocan residents.
Malapitan reiterated his commitment towards providing the best services and infrastructure for his constituents.
He also assured the city residents that the improved facilities of the new health centers will be fully utilized with the help of the City Health Department (CHD).
“Muli po, bilang Ama ng Caloocan ang gusto ko lagi ay ‘yung pinakamaganda lamang para sa aking mga anak. Kaya naman po kahit na mayroon na kayong existing na health center, mas papaunlarin pa natin ito para sa kapakanan ninyo (Again, as the Father of Caloocan, what I always want is the best for my children. That's why even if you already have an existing health center, we will further develop it for your benefit)," he said.
“Sisiguraduhin po natin na sa tulong ng CHD, araw-araw niyong matatamasa ang kumpletong serbisyo dito sa super health center, lalong-lalo na ang presensya ng mga doktor at mga gamo. Umasa po kayo na marami pang proyekto ang nakahandang ibigay natin sa iba pa nating mga kababayan ( We will make sure that with the help of CHD, you will enjoy the complete service here at the super health center every day, especially the presence of doctors and herbalists. Please expect that we are ready to give many more projects to our fellow countrymen)," the mayor added.