BUTUAN CITY — The Butuan City Health Department is supporting the upcoming PhilHealth YAKAP Run, Leg 6, which will take place on August 9, 2026, at SM City Butuan. The fun run carries the theme "Lunas na GAMOT, YAKAP sa Bawat Pilipino" and aims to promote health and wellness while raising awareness about PhilHealth's primary care programs. Assembly time is set for 4:00 AM, with participants choosing between 6-kilometer and 12-kilometer categories.
Onsite Registration Now Open
Registered YAKAP members and residents from Butuan City, Cabadbaran City, and neighboring municipalities of Agusan del Norte are invited to join the event. Onsite registration is ongoing from July 15 to 25, 2026, at various locations across the city and nearby areas. Registration sites include the LHIO, Butuan City office at RamLizDy Building along JC Aquino Avenue, Cabadbaran City Hall, St. Michael College of Caraga in Nasipit, United Pentecostal Church in Ampayon, and the Merchant Marine Academy of Caraga, Inc. on North Montilla Boulevard.
A Step Toward Better Health
The YAKAP program provides comprehensive outpatient services and chronic condition management for PhilHealth members and their dependents. The fun run is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen preventive healthcare and promote accessible, community-based health services under the Universal Health Care program. By participating, runners contribute to a healthier community while enjoying the benefits of an active lifestyle.
