School-Based Immunization Reaches Panglao Learners
BOHOL - The School-Based Immunization Orientation on Human Papillomavirus (HPV), together with the launch of Measles-Rubella (MR), Tetanus-Diphtheria (TD), and HPV vaccination, was held on November 13, 2026, at Panglao Central Elementary School. The initiative was led by the Department of Health (DOH), the Municipality of Panglao, and Panglao Primary Health Care Facility in partnership with the Provincial Health Office (PHO). The activity aimed to improve awareness of vaccine safety, effectiveness, and the role of immunization in protecting schoolchildren.
Health Professionals Explain Vaccine Benefits
Dr. Princess Nazareno discussed HPV infection and how vaccination can help prevent certain HPV-related diseases and cancers. Dr. Grace Eunice Salvacion of the Doctors to the Barrio program highlighted the importance of making vaccines accessible to public school learners. Nurse IV and National Immunization Program Coordinator Machavilla Luida Caliao, together with Development Management Officer Niel John Oclarit, also discussed vaccine safety and effectiveness while emphasizing the need to address misinformation. Panglao Kagawad on Health Analyn Casane encouraged parents to consult healthcare professionals when making vaccination decisions for their children.
Community Partnerships Strengthen Preventive Healthcare
School-based immunization brings health services closer to learners while creating opportunities for parents, teachers, and healthcare workers to work together. Clear information from qualified medical professionals can help families make informed decisions and understand the importance of age-appropriate vaccination. Through partnerships among local government units, health facilities, and the DOH, the Provincial Government of Bohol continues to advance preventive healthcare under its Strategic Governance Roadmap, supporting healthier and more resilient communities across the province.
