BDO Foundation, the corporate social responsibility arm of the Sy family-controlled BDO Unibank Inc., has turned over three newly rehabilitated rural health units (RHUs) in Camarines Sur, Bicol region this month as part of its efforts to improve healthcare facilities in communities nationwide.
In a statement, the bank said the RHUs, located in the municipalities of Nabua, Gainza, and Goa are expected to benefit a combined 177,000 individuals in 67 barangays.
The RHUs will provide residents with primary and maternal health services, that include consultation, laboratory and dental services, immunization, and pre- and post-natal services.
BDO Foundation said the rehabilitation efforts on the Nabua RHU 1 Lying In Facility, Gainza RHU - Family Planning Center, and Municipal Health Office of Goa, focused on refurbishing and improving the facilities, offices, clinics, consultation and treatment rooms, waiting lounge for senior citizens, and play areas for children.
It added that these enhancements will not only elevate the standard of healthcare delivery to the communities but also provide more comfortable areas for both health workers and patients.
"We are happy to begin the new year with initiatives that directly impact the health and well-being of communities in need," said BDO Foundation President Mario A. Deriquito.
To date, the BDO Foundation has rehabilitated 163 RHUs since it started to improve healthcare facilities and access in various communities of the country in 2012.
Founded in 2008, the foundation aims to contribute to nation-building by addressing the needs of underserved sectors of society through its disaster response and financial inclusion advocacies.
Supported by the BDO community and in partnership with local government units and non-governmental organizations, BDO Foundation mounts relief operations, rehabilitates rural health units, constructs school buildings, implements financial education programs and undertakes Covid-19 response programs across the country.