ILOILO CITY — The Iloilo City Government received 1,500 bottles of children’s food supplements from RFG Medical Pharmaceutical Products and Equipment on the morning of July 13, 2026. The donation will strengthen local nutrition programs targeting young Ilonggos in need of essential dietary support.
A Timely Boost for Child Health
Mayor Raisa S. Treñas, joined by members of the Iloilo City Council, formally accepted the donation at Iloilo City Hall. The supplements will immediately fortify the city’s ongoing initiatives to combat childhood malnutrition across its seven districts. Each bottle represents a direct investment in the growth and development of the city’s youngest residents.
The donation comes at a critical time as the city intensifies its nutrition campaigns. The supplements will be distributed through the City Health Office’s established networks, ensuring they reach the children who need them most. Private sector partnerships like this amplify the government’s capacity to deliver timely health interventions.
How the Supplements Support Existing Programs
The donated supplements will complement the city’s flagship nutrition initiatives. The I-SUSTANSYA program, launched in 2025, provides micronutrient support to pregnant women and undernourished children. Meanwhile, the LUSOG-LIIT initiative delivers hot, vitamin-rich meals to toddlers enrolled in Child Development Centers.
The Iloilo City Nutrition Center produces specialized Rice-Mongo-Sesame Blend sachets daily to address weight deficiencies. The new supplements from RFG Medical will serve as an additional medical-grade layer, accelerating the recovery of children identified through Operation Timbang Plus audits. This integrated approach ensures that every child receives comprehensive nutritional care.
Measurable Progress in the Fight Against Malnutrition
The city’s targeted efforts have yielded encouraging results. Stunting among preschool children dropped from 2.0 percent in 2024 to 1.4 percent in 2025. Wasting declined from 0.6 percent to 0.4 percent during the same period. Overweight and obesity also decreased from 1.4 percent to 1.1 percent.
These improvements reflect the collective impact of sustained local government action, community participation, and corporate citizenship. The RFG Medical donation provides fresh momentum to continue this positive trajectory. With each passing year, Iloilo City moves closer to its goal of a malnutrition-free community.
A Shared Commitment to Healthy Futures
Mayor Treñas expressed gratitude to RFG Medical for its active role in advancing child health and well-being. The turnover ceremony underscored the power of public-private collaboration in addressing complex social challenges. When businesses and government align their resources, vulnerable children receive the urgent care they deserve.
The city government reaffirmed its commitment to leaving no child behind in the journey toward better health. As the supplements are distributed, families across Iloilo will experience the tangible benefits of a community that values its youngest members. This donation marks another milestone in building a healthier, more resilient generation of Ilonggos.
