RHU BALUD

RHU BALUD This is the OFFICIAL page of RHU BALUD

MONDAY - FRIDAY 8AM - 5PM (OPD only; NO EMERGENCY)

This is the OFFICIAL page of RHU BALUD (Municipal Health Office)

Open 8AM-5PM, Caters OPD Cases only, NO EMERGENCY
Monday, Friday - General Check-Up
Tuesday - TB Day
Wednesday - Buntis Day (Prenatal Check-Up), Bakuna Day (EPI)

Services offered:
Labs (Hgb, Hct, Urinalysis, Dengue NS1, Hep B, Syphilis, HIV Screening and Counselling)
TB DOTS, DSSM, GeneXpert
Immunization / Covid-19 Vaccination
Medical Certificate
Medicolegal Certificate
PWD Certificate
Post Mortem Examination
Death Certificate
Sanitary Permit
Water Sampling - for water refilling stations
Available Psych Meds

In observance of Maundy Thursday and Good friday,please be advised of the following schedule adjustments.Thank you for y...
31/03/2026

In observance of Maundy Thursday and Good friday,please be advised of the following schedule adjustments.
Thank you for your understanding .
Wishing everyone a peaceful ang meaningful Holy Week.

The Rural Health Unit successfully conducted PuroKalusugan at Barangay Sampad, Balud Masbate on March 27, 2026, through ...
27/03/2026

The Rural Health Unit successfully conducted PuroKalusugan at Barangay Sampad, Balud Masbate on March 27, 2026, through the collaborative efforts of Dr. Emerson O. Almero Jr., DTTB, Maโ€™am Hermelita D. Gonzales, DMO IV, and the dedicated RHU personnel.

A total of 73 clients were provided with medical consultations, including 9 Hypertension (HPN) and 1 Diabetes Mellitus (DM) cases monitored, along with 14 Random Blood Sugar (RBS) tests conducted to support early detection and management of non-communicable diseases.

In addition, 36 PhilHealth registrations and updates were facilitated to ensure continued access to essential healthcare services.

Dental services were also delivered to 46 patients, including 43 fluoride applications, 3 adult check-ups, and 2 pediatric tooth extractions, promoting better oral health within the community.

This activity reflects the unwavering commitment of the RHU team, together with our partners, in bringing comprehensive and accessible healthcare services closer to every purokโ€”ensuring that no one is left behind. ๐Ÿ’™


PAALALA para sa maabot na ๐’๐ž๐ฆ๐š๐ง๐š ๐’๐š๐ง๐ญ๐š!Ngayong papalapit na Semana Santa, pinapaalala ng Kagawaran ng Kalusugan Bicol na...
25/03/2026

PAALALA para sa maabot na ๐’๐ž๐ฆ๐š๐ง๐š ๐’๐š๐ง๐ญ๐š!

Ngayong papalapit na Semana Santa, pinapaalala ng Kagawaran ng Kalusugan Bicol na salubungin ang sagradong panahon ng malusog, ligtas, at iwas sa sakuna.

Dahil sa inaasahang pagdagsa ng mga tao sa simbahan at iba pang pampublikong lugar, hinihikayat ng Kagawaran na sundin ang ilang paalalang pangkalusugan:

๐๐š๐ซ๐š ๐ฌ๐š ๐ฉ๐š๐ -๐ข๐ฐ๐š๐ฌ ๐ฌ๐š ๐ก๐ž๐š๐ญ ๐ฌ๐ญ๐ซ๐จ๐ค๐ž - Uminom ng maraming tubig upang maiwasan ang dehydration, magsuot ng sombrero o gumamit ng payong, iwasan ang paginom ng tsaa, kape, softdrinks, o alak, at limitahan ang oras ng paglabas ng bahay.

๐๐š๐ซ๐š ๐ฌ๐š ๐ฉ๐š๐ -๐ข๐ฐ๐š๐ฌ ๐ฌ๐š ๐ก๐ฒ๐ฉ๐ž๐ซ๐ญ๐ž๐ง๐ฌ๐ข๐จ๐ง - Kumain ng masustansyang pagkain tulad ng prutas at gulay, iwasan ang maalat at matabang pagkain, mag ehersisyo ng regular, panatilihin ang malusog na timbang, itigil ang paninigarilyo at paginom ng alak, at iwasan ang stress gamit ang relaxation techniques.

๐๐š๐ซ๐š ๐ฌ๐š ๐ฉ๐š๐ -๐ข๐ฐ๐š๐ฌ ๐ฌ๐š ๐ฌ๐š๐ค๐ฎ๐ง๐š ๐ฌ๐š ๐ค๐š๐ฅ๐ฌ๐š๐๐š - Palaging isuot ang seatbelt o helmet, iwasang mag cellphone habang nagmamaneho, huwag magmaneho kapag nakainom ng alak, panatilihin ang tamang bilis sa pagmamaneho, at sumunod sa batas trapiko. Agad na tumawag sa emergency hotlines kung sakaling magkaroon ng anumang aksidente.

๐๐š๐ซ๐š ๐ฌ๐š ๐ฉ๐š๐ -๐ข๐ฐ๐š๐ฌ ๐ฌ๐š ๐ฉ๐š๐ ๐ค๐š๐ฅ๐ฎ๐ง๐จ๐ - Sa pag-obserba ng Drowning Prevention Month, gawin ang 5Bs (Bantayan palagi ang mga batang lumalangoy; Bida Salbabida life vest o tamang floatation device; Bawal ang Alak; Barrier sa mga nakatira malapit sa tubig, Bystander Intervention)

๐๐š๐ซ๐š ๐ฌ๐š ๐ฆ๐ ๐š ๐ฆ๐š๐ ๐ฉ๐ž๐ฉ๐ž๐ง๐ข๐ญ๐ž๐ง๐ฌ๐ฒ๐š - Iwasan ang pakikilahok sa mga penitensyang maaaring magdulot ng tetano at impeksyon.

๐๐š๐ซ๐š ๐ฌ๐š ๐ฉ๐š๐ค๐ข๐ค๐ข๐ฅ๐š๐ก๐จ๐ค ๐ฌ๐š ๐•๐ข๐ฌ๐ข๐ญ๐š ๐ˆ๐ ๐ฅ๐ž๐ฌ๐ข๐š - Magsuot ng komportableng damit at magdala ng tubig at pagkain na hindi mabilis mapanis. Laging bantayan ang mga kasamang bata. Itapon ang basura sa tamang lalagyan.

Hinihikayat ng Kagawaran ng Kalusugan Bicol ang bawat indibidwal na isulong ang kalusugan para sa isang komunidad na walang pinsala at walang sakit sa panahong ito ng pagninilay at solemnidad.

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24/03/2026

Please be informed that there will be no OPD consultation tomorrow March 25,26,27,2026 as our personnel will be undergoing training on:
โœ”๏ธMaternal Care Package Training
โœ”๏ธAnimal Bite Orientation
โœ”๏ธBasic ECG Interpretation and Orientation
โœ”๏ธPuroKalusugan Activity on Friday in Sampad.
Regular consultation will resume on Monday nextweek.
Thank you for your understanding.

YAKAP โ€“ Your Active Kaagapay Program ACTIVITY| LIVELINESS CHECK SA TAGSA PHILHEALTH MEMBER. Bilang kabahin sang PhilHea...
19/03/2026

YAKAP โ€“ Your Active Kaagapay Program
ACTIVITY| LIVELINESS CHECK SA TAGSA PHILHEALTH MEMBER.

Bilang kabahin sang PhilHealth YAKAP program, ang RHU Balud team nagpatigayon sang face-to-face liveliness check sa mga miyembro agud masiguro nga updated ang ila health records kag padayon sila nga makabenepisyo sa medikal na serbisyo. Paagi sa personal nga pagbisita, amon na-verify ang membership, nakahatag sang tama na impormasyon, kag nasabat ang mga pamangkot sang mga kliyente, nga nagahatag baskog nga koneksyon sa PhilHealth kag komunidad.

Ini nga inisyatibo nagapakita sang kahulugan sang YAKAP โ€“ Your Active Kaagapay Program โ€“ kun sa diin ang PhilHealth nagapalapit mismo sa gusto maging miyembro kag dati na nga miyembro. Paagi sa pagdala sang serbisyo palapit sa tawo, ginapamatud-an namon ang amon commitment sa pagprotekta sang kahimsog kag kaayuhan sang kada miyembro.๐Ÿ’š




PuroKalusugan at Barangay Jintotolo, Balud Masbate| MARCH 13, 2026The Rural Health Unit (RHU) team, in partnership with ...
15/03/2026

PuroKalusugan at Barangay Jintotolo, Balud Masbate| MARCH 13, 2026

The Rural Health Unit (RHU) team, in partnership with the Barangay Council of Brgy. Jintotolo, successfully conducted PuroKalusugan, bringing essential health services directly to the community. This activity aims to strengthen primary healthcare delivery and ensure that residents, especially those in remote areas, have access to basic and preventive health services.

Through the collective efforts of the RHU personnel and the active support of the Barangay officials, a total of 386 clients were served during the activity. Various health services were provided, including 113 medical consultations, addressing different health concerns of community members. Dental services were also delivered, with 108 fluoride applications and 12 dental extractions to promote oral health among residents.

In support of universal health care, 87 residents were assisted with PhilHealth registration and membership updates, helping ensure that more individuals can access health benefits when needed. Screening services were also conducted, including 55 Random Blood Sugar (RBS) tests to identify individuals at risk of diabetes and monitor existing cases.

Preventive health services were also prioritized. A total of 11 children received vaccines under the National Immunization Program (NIP) to help protect them from vaccine-preventable diseases. Maternal health services were likewise provided, with 12 prenatal consultations, including the identification of 4 newly registered pregnant mothers who will now be monitored throughout their pregnancy.

Additionally, 36 clients with hypertension (HPN) and 7 clients with diabetes mellitus (DM) were assessed and monitored to ensure proper management of their conditions and to promote healthier lifestyles.

The success of this activity reflects the strong collaboration between the Barangay Council and the RHU team, united in their commitment to deliver accessible, quality, and community-based healthcare services.

Through PuroKalusugan, the RHU continues to reach every purok, ensuring that no one is left behind in the pursuit of a healthier and stronger community in Brgy. Jintotolo. ๐Ÿ’™




BUSY WEEK AT RHU BALUD! It has been a productive and meaningful week for the RHU Balud team as we continue to strengthen...
14/03/2026

BUSY WEEK AT RHU BALUD!

It has been a productive and meaningful week for the RHU Balud team as we continue to strengthen health services and programs.

๐Ÿ“Œ Health System Resilience Project (HSRP) Team visited RHU Balud, providing guidance and support to our health initiatives.

๐Ÿ“Š Integrated Data Quality Check Activity conducted March 10โ€“13, 2026 in Sorsogon with Jhonna A. Medina PHN II to ensure accurate and reliable health data.

๐Ÿ“ Training on the Formulation of the Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP) March 11โ€“13, 2026 held in Legazpi with Ms. Jennifer A. Agana, aimed at enhancing planning and development in the community.

๐Ÿ“š Rabies Management Training for ABTC (Animal Bite Treatment Center) conducted March 10โ€“13 in Naga with June B. Orense RN, MD- MHO and Fiorella V. Degala Nurse II strengthening our capacity to manage animal bite cases effectively in preparation for our licensing as an Animal Bite Treatment Center (ABTC).

๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€โš•๏ธ 24/7 Birthing Services continuously provided by our dedicated midwives to ensure safe delivery and maternal care.

Despite the busy schedule, the RHU Balud team remains committed to delivering quality health services for our community.

Thank you to everyone for your hard work and dedication.๐Ÿซถ

PuroKalusugan Conducted at Brgy. Cantil, Balud Masbate| MARCH 12, 2026The Rural Health Unit team successfully conducted ...
14/03/2026

PuroKalusugan Conducted at Brgy. Cantil, Balud Masbate| MARCH 12, 2026

The Rural Health Unit team successfully conducted Purok Kalusugan at Brgy. Cantil, bringing essential health services closer to the community. The activity was led by Dr. Emerson O. Almero Jr., MD (DTTB) together with Janica Sol Lopez, Dentist, Eunice B. Veneranda,RMT, and the dedicated HRH nurses, through a collaborative effort to address the priority health needs of the residents.

A total of 309 patients were served during the activity through the different health services provided by the team. These included 85 PhilHealth registrations and updates, helping residents access health insurance benefits. Oral health services were also delivered with 43 fluoride applications for children. The team provided 121 medical consultations to assess and manage various health concerns of community members.

Screening and preventive services were also conducted, including 25 Random Blood Sugar (RBS) tests for early detection of possible diabetes cases. Immunization services under the National Immunization Program (NIP) were given to 20 children, ensuring protection against vaccine-preventable diseases. Maternal health services were also provided to 15 pregnant women for proper monitoring and guidance.

Additionally, monitoring and management were conducted for 45 Hypertension (HPN) clients and 7 Diabetes Mellitus (DM) clients to ensure continuous care and follow-up for non-communicable diseases.

Through this outreach activity, the health team remains committed to strengthening community-based health services and ensuring that quality healthcare is accessible to every resident of Brgy. Cantil. Together, we continue to work toward a healthier community for all. ๐Ÿฉบ๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธโค๏ธ

Bringing Health Services Closer to the Community | PuroKalusugan at Brgy. Ilaya Balud, Masbate.The Rural Health Unit tea...
10/03/2026

Bringing Health Services Closer to the Community | PuroKalusugan at Brgy. Ilaya Balud, Masbate.

The Rural Health Unit team successfully conducted PuroKalusugan at Brgy. Ilaya to bring essential health services closer to the community. This activity focused on addressing priority health concerns such as;
๐Ÿ’‰Low immunization coverage
๐ŸคฐLow maternal care utilizationand
๐Ÿ‘ตInadequate risk assessment among Hypertension (HPN) and Diabetes Mellitus (DM) clients.

During the activity, a total of 292 patients were served through various health services. Preventive and basic health services provided included 104 general check-ups, 72 fluoride applications for children, 22 immunizations under the National Immunization Program, 10 prenatal consultations, 5 Random Blood Sugar (RBS) screenings, 10 urinalysis tests, and
84 liveness checks for community monitoring. Additionally, 21 HPN clients and 7 DM clients were assessed and monitored to strengthen early detection and proper management of non-communicable diseases.

Through PuroKalusugan, the team continues to strengthen community-based health services by promoting preventive care, maternal health, immunization, and regular health risk assessment to improve the overall well-being of residents.

Together, we move closer to building a healthier and safer community for Brgy. Ilaya. ๐Ÿฅ




09/03/2026

PUBLIC ADVISORY ๐Ÿ“ข

NO OPD CONSULTATION
๐Ÿ“… March 10, 12, and 13

Our health team will be conducting PUROKALUSUGAN outreach services at:
๐Ÿ“ Ilaya
๐Ÿ“ Jintotolo Island

This activity aims to bring health services closer to our communities.

๐Ÿคฐ Birthing Facility remains OPEN 24/7 for all maternal and emergency services.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.๐Ÿฉบ

HEALTH ACTIVITY | FEBRUARY 23, 2026In partnership with Culion Foundation, Inc., we successfully conducted a Free Chest X...
24/02/2026

HEALTH ACTIVITY | FEBRUARY 23, 2026

In partnership with Culion Foundation, Inc., we successfully conducted a Free Chest X-ray activity in our community, catering to a total of 189 patients. This initiative aims to promote early detection of tuberculosis and other pulmonary conditions, ensuring timely management and treatment.

Through the collaborative efforts of our local health team and Culion Foundation, Inc., we were able to provide accessible services, especially to those who have limited access to healthcare. The overwhelming participation reflects the communityโ€™s growing awareness of the importance of preventive health services.

We extend our sincere gratitude to Culion Foundation, Inc. for their continued support in strengthening public health programs. Together, we move closer to a healthier, TB-free community.๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿฉป




16/02/2026

HOLIDAY ADVISORY๐Ÿ“ฃ

In observance of the Chinese New Year (February 17, 2026), please be advised that the Outpatient Department (OPD) services of RHU Balud will be temporarily suspended on this day.

However, the Birthing Facility shall remain OPEN and fully operational 24/7 to provide continuous maternity and emergency obstetric services.

Regular OPD services will resume on the next working day.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

For urgent concerns and inquiries, you may contact:
๐Ÿ“ž 0951 871 7451

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
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