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Tingog launches first HPV-DNA screening platform, distributes new ambulances in Eastern Visayas

Published Jul 1, 2024 06:12 am

At A Glance

  • Tingog Party-list, through the assistance of House Speaker Martin Romualdez, has launched the first fully automated DNA-based human papillomavirus (HPV) screening platform in Eastern Visayas in a bid to ensure that women in the region "receive the best possible care".

Tingog Jude Acidre.jpg(Second from left) Tingog Party-list Jude Acidre during the launching of the first HPV-DNA screening platform in Eastern Visayas (Rep. Acidre's Office)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tingog Party-list, through the assistance of House Speaker Martin Romualdez, has launched the first fully automated DNA-based human papillomavirus (HPV) screening platform in Eastern Visayas in a bid to ensure that women in the region “receive the best possible care”.

Launched in partnership with healthcare company Roche and Eastern Visayas Medical Center (EVMC), the Cobas 5800 screening platform would test women for possible cervical cancer through early detection and prevention.

Tingog Party-list is represented in the House of Representatives by Reps. Yedda Marie Romualdez and Jude Acidre.  

In a statement, Acidre says the new facility aims to provide women with access to the most modern and effective diagnostic tools available.

He says this is in line with the 2030 Mission Leapfrog Philippines (MLP), a health initiative that seeks to improve women’s healthcare.

”Tingog Party-list’s unwavering support to advancing public health through Leapfrog underscores shared commitment among Roche and EVMC in enhancing healthcare services and improving health outcomes for women in Eastern Visayas,” said Acidre. 

According to the Department of Health (DOH) in 2023, cervical cancer is the second most frequent cancer among women between the ages of 15 and 44.

It is reported that at least 12 Filipino women die daily due to cervical cancer.

This cancer is caused by HPV, a common virus that is transmitted through sexual contact.

To further its mission to enhance access to healthcare services and emergency medical responses in Eastern Visayas, Tingog also led the rollout of 25 new ambulances for the region. 

The beneficiaries of the new units were San Miguel Rural Health Unit, San Policarpo Rural Health Unit, Arteche Rural Health Unit, Maydolong Rural Health Unit, and Pastrana Health Unit.

Acidre said this initiative underscores the collaborative efforts of DOH-Region 8 and Tingog in treating the health and well-being of Filipinos as the ultimate priority.

He noted that pursuing accessible healthcare will be a challenge that his party will be committed to solving.

“Tingog Party-list remains dedicated to advancing healthcare services and infrastructure in the region, continuously striving to meet the needs of the community through various initiatives and partnerships,” the lawmaker said.

“We are determined to deliver timely medical assistance within reach, not just for the people of Eastern Visayas, but to all Filipinos” he added.

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