CG Nursing Service Sub-Unit Central Visayas

21/05/2025

CGDCV Conducts Basic Life Support Training

LOOK: The Coast Guard District Central Visayas (CGDCV) under the leadership of COMMO Weniel A Azcuna PCG through the Nursing Service Sub-Unit–Central Visayas and Coast Guard Medical Station–Central Visayas, in collaboration with the District’s Education and Training Branch successfully conducted a three-day Basic Life Support (BLS) Training aboard HCGDCV, Arellano Blvd., Pier 3, Brgy. Tinago, Cebu City.

This initiative supports the Command’s commitment to enhancing the skills and readiness of Coast Guard personnel by providing essential life-saving and rescue training. The BLS Training aims to improve CGDCV’s emergency response capability, ensuring that its personnel are equipped to deliver immediate and effective interventions during medical emergencies—ultimately safeguarding both Coast Guard members and the general public.

A total of sixty-three (63) participants, including three (3) Officers from various units under the CGDCV successfully completed the training. Their active participation reflects CGDCV’s commitment to operational readiness and excellence in emergency response.

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26/03/2025

ICYMI: The Coast Guard District Central Visayas Conducts Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Seminar (MHPSS) Spearheaded by the Chief Nurse of Nursing Service Sub-Unit - Central Visayas (NSSU-CV) Commander Gresa J Candongo PCG and the Assigned Psychometrician of Medical Service – Central Visayas (MEDS-CV) Ensign Daisy Mae A Rulloda PCG at Hawanan ni Lapu-Lapu, HCGDCV, Brgy. Tinago, Cebu City last 24 March 2025.

The participants share their unforgettable experiences individually since they entered the service. The said activity helps them to express their emotions and ease their feelings. It supports and enables personnel to address personal & work-related challenges more effectively, improving well-being, job performance, and satisfaction by assisting with both work and personal issues, individuals can focus better on their tasks, thereby enhancing workplace efficiency.

The event aimed to raise awareness about the importance of mental health and psychosocial support, promote best practices in providing care, and foster a supportive environment for those affected by mental health issues.

(Photos by: ASN JPA Balansag PCG)

20/03/2025

𝐂𝐆𝐍𝐒 𝐇𝐎𝐋𝐃𝐒 𝟏𝐬𝐭 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐅𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓

The 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗚𝘂𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗡𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 (𝗖𝗚𝗡𝗦) conducted its 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 on March 19 at the 𝙃𝙈𝘼𝙍𝙎𝙇𝙀𝘾 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙛𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙍𝙤𝙤𝙢, 𝘾𝙤𝙖𝙨𝙩 𝙂𝙪𝙖𝙧𝙙 𝘽𝙖𝙨𝙚 𝙏𝙖𝙜𝙪𝙞𝙜 #56 𝙈.𝙇 𝙌𝙪𝙚𝙯𝙤𝙣 𝙎𝙩., 𝙉𝙚𝙬 𝙇𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧 𝘽𝙞𝙘𝙪𝙩𝙖𝙣, 𝙏𝙖𝙜𝙪𝙞𝙜 𝘾𝙞𝙩𝙮. Led by 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗳 𝗡𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲, 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗚𝘂𝗮𝗿𝗱, 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗢 𝗟𝗬𝗦𝗔𝗠𝗬𝗥𝗔 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗜𝗘 𝗡 𝗚𝗔𝗩𝗔𝗡 𝗡𝗖 𝗣𝗖𝗚 together with 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝘂𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗳 𝗡𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲, 𝗖𝗔𝗣𝗧 𝗢𝗪𝗘𝗡 𝗥 𝗔𝗗𝗔𝗢 𝗡𝗖 𝗣𝗖𝗚 and 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗳 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗳𝗳,𝗖𝗚𝗡𝗦, 𝗖𝗗𝗥 𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗞𝗬 𝗝𝗢𝗬 𝗦 𝗧𝗔𝗡 𝗡𝗖 𝗣𝗖𝗚, participated by 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗳 𝗡𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝘀 from twenty-eight (28) CGNS Sub-units via face-to-face and video-teleconference.

The conference served as a platform to discuss the challenges faced by 𝗖𝗚𝗡𝗦 personnel across different Sub-units. With a strong emphasis on positive thinking and proactive solutions, the 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 encouraged 𝗖𝗚𝗡𝗦 members to continue upholding their commitment to excellence in providing healthcare services.

Beyond addressing concerns, the said activity was also an opportunity to 𝙧𝙚𝙘𝙤𝙜𝙣𝙞𝙯𝙚 and 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙙 the best practices, dedication, and hard work of 𝗖𝗚𝗡𝗦 personnel. Their unwavering service plays a pivotal role in the healthcare and welfare of Coast Guard personnel and the communities they serve.

This initiative underscores the unwavering commitment of CGNS to continuous improvement and the relentless pursuit of innovative approaches in the delivery of healthcare services.

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02/03/2025

𝗖𝗢𝗔𝗦𝗧 𝗚𝗨𝗔𝗥𝗗 𝗗𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗧 𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗟 𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗔𝗬𝗔𝗦 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗗𝗨𝗖𝗧𝗦 𝗧𝗛𝗥𝗘𝗘-𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝗕𝗔𝗦𝗜𝗖 𝗟𝗜𝗙𝗘 𝗦𝗨𝗣𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚

The Coast Guard District Central Visayas, through the Nursing Service Sub-unit Central Visayas in collaboration with the Coast Guard Medical Service-Central Visayas, successfully conducted a three-day Basic Life Support (BLS) Training from February 19 to 21, 2025, aboard Hawanan ni Lapu-Lapu, Arellano Blvd., Pier 3, Brgy. Tinago, Cebu City, Cebu.

A total of 60 participants, including 6 officers and 54 non-officers from various stations and sub-stations, took part in the training, which aimed to enhance their First Aid and Basic Life Support skills. The comprehensive training covered Foreign Body Airway Management and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), equipping participants with the essential knowledge and techniques required to respond effectively in emergencies, particularly maritime incidents.

The CGDCV remains committed to enhancing the capabilities of its personnel, ensuring that they are well-prepared to respond to emergencies at sea and on land. Through continuous training and skill development, the Philippine Coast Guard upholds its mandate of ensuring maritime safety and protecting lives.

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22/02/2025

20/02/2025

𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐋𝐘 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐌𝐎𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐂𝐎𝐀𝐒𝐓 𝐆𝐔𝐀𝐑𝐃 𝐍𝐔𝐑𝐒𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐕𝐈𝐂𝐄 𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐎𝐍𝐍𝐄𝐋

The Coast Guard Nursing Service (CGNS) extends its sincere congratulations to our newly promoted Officers and Senior Enlisted personnel. Your promotion is a testament to your unwavering dedication, exceptional professionalism, and unwavering commitment to serving others.

𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿:
Lieutenant Commander PAUL VINCENT L LA ROSA NC PCG

Lieutenant Commander GRESA J CANDONGO NC PCG

Lieutenant Commander MARICEL N PANTOJA NC PCG

𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗳 𝗣𝗲𝘁𝘁𝘆 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿:
Chief Petty Officer Mechel A Collada PCG

Congratulations on your well deserved promotion. We extend our best wishes for continued success in your careers.

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30/10/2024

𝗖𝗢𝗔𝗦𝗧 𝗚𝗨𝗔𝗥𝗗 𝗗𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗧 𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗟 𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗔𝗬𝗔𝗦 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗗𝗨𝗖𝗧𝗦 𝗠𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗟, 𝗗𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗟, 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗢𝗣𝗛𝗧𝗛𝗔𝗟𝗠𝗢𝗟𝗢𝗚𝗬 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝟱𝟳𝗧𝗛 𝗔𝗡𝗡𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗔𝗥𝗬

𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞: In celebration of its 57th anniversary, the Coast Guard District Central Visayas (CGDCV) conducted a Medical, Dental, and Ophthalmology Consultation today, providing essential health services to the community today, 30 October 2024.

Held at Barangay Tinago, the event offered free medical check-ups, dental examinations, and eye consultations, thanks to a team of dedicated healthcare professionals. Commodore Weniel A. Azcuna expressed appreciation for the participation, stating, “This initiative reflects our commitment to accessible healthcare for our kababayans.”

The event serviced 146 individuals and emphasized the importance of regular check-ups and preventive care. The CGDCV aims to continue such initiatives to promote community health and well-being.

05/10/2024

In celebration of the 𝟏𝟐𝟔𝒕𝒉 𝒂𝒏𝒏𝒊𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒂𝒓𝒚, 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐆𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐝 (𝐏𝐂𝐆), the 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗚𝘂𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗡𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 spearheaded a nationwide initiative by conducting 𝗦𝗶𝗺𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁(𝗕𝗟𝗦) training sessions held last 𝟭𝟳 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰. This initiative, which was not limited to PCG personnel, extended its reach to fisherfolk and other maritime stakeholders across various PCG districts.

The following CGNS sub-units spearheaded the training:

-CGNS Sub-unit North Eastern Luzon (CGNSSU-NELZN)
-CGNS Sub-unit Fleet (CGNSSU-FLEET)
-CGNS Sub-unit SouthEastern Mindanao (CGNSSU-SEM)
-CGNS Sub-unit Western Visayas (CGNSSU-WV)
-CGNS Sub-unit Southern Tagalog (CGNSSU-STL)
-CGNS Sub-unit Central Visayas (CGNSSU-CV)
-CGNS Sub-unit Base Farola (CGNSSU-Base Farola)
-CGNS Sub-unit Cavite Bouy Base (CGNSSU-CBB)
-CGNS Sub-unit RTC Bataan (CGNSSU-RTC BATAAN)
-CGNS Sub-unit National Headquarters (CGNSSU-NHQ)
-CGNS Sub-unit Palawan (CGNSSU-PAL)
-CGNS Sub-unit North Western Luzon (CGNSSU-NWLZN)
-CGNS Sub-unit Central Luzon (CGNSSU-NCR-CL)
-CGNS Sub-unit Regional Training Center Masbate (CGNSSU-RTC MASBATE)
-CGNS Sub-unit Regional Training Center Misamis Oriental (CGNSSU-RTC MISAMIS ORIENTAL)
-CGNS Sub-unit Bicol (CGNSSU-BCL)
-CGNS Sub-unit South Western Mindanao (CGNSSU-SWM)
-CGNS Sub-unit Weapons,Communication,Electronics, and Information System Command (CGNSSU-CGWCEISC)
-CGNS Sub-unit North Eastern Mindanao (CGNSSU-NEM)
-CGNS Sub-unit RTC Capiz (CGNSSU-RTC CAPIZ)
-CGNS Sub-unit Base Taguig (CGNSSU-BASE TAGUIG)
-CGNS Sub-unit RTC Aurora (CGNSSU-RTC AURORA)
-CGNS Sub-unit RTC Zamboanga (CGNSSU-RTC ZAMBOANGA)
-CGNS Sub-unit Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (CGNSSU-BARMM)
-CGNS Sub-unit Northern Mindanao(CGNSSU-NM)

By equipping participants with critical life-saving skills, this training enhances the preparedness of individuals in remote maritime areas, enabling faster response during emergencies. This effort aligns with the PCG's mission to protect both the seas and the people who rely on them, further reinforcing its pivotal role in ensuring coastal and maritime safety.

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04/10/2024