Kapangan District Hospital

20/09/2025

𝐓𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐦 “𝐍𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐨” (𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐞: 𝐑𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐬𝐚) 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞𝐥𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐚 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐲𝐩𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐧

Prepare to be self-sufficient, basic disaster preparedness includes:

A. Emergency kit
•Assemble a kit with a at least three-day supply of non-perishable food and water, a flashlight, batteries, a first aid kit, and other supplies. Store the kit in an easy-to-carry container, like a duffel bag or plastic bin.

B. Plan
•Create a family disaster plan. Include how to:
1. Reunite if separated
2. Shut off utilities
3. Evacuate

C. Prepare your home
•Secure items that could be damaged by strong winds
•Check the stability of your roof and walls
•Secure major appliances and heavy furniture

05/09/2025

𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎𝐒 | 𝗣𝘀𝘆𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝟮𝗻𝗱 𝗱𝗮𝘆

Wrapping up with a wealth of wisdom and a necessary set of skills, the Benguet Provincial Health Office concluded its Psychological Processing Training, held at H100 Ecolodge, Magsaysay Avenue, Baguio City.

The two-day activity aimed to bolster the competence of health personnel in providing PSP and mental health assistance to those in need. Lectures on Caring for Mental Health, presented by Dr. Jovy Anne Tangalin, and Common Psychiatric Complaints in the Community, presented by Dr. Thesalonica Fanslow, were rendered to the participants on the second day.

To officially close the event, the participants were awarded with certificates of completion, noting their graduation from the training. Certificates of appreciation and tokens were also given to the resource speakers for indulging the participants with relevant knowledge and skills to uphold when providing mental health services to the community.

The PSP training was successfully conducted in partnership with Baguio General Hospital Medical Center (BGHMC). It was also made possible through the active engagement of the participants, notably doctors and mental health coordinators from various Municipal Health Services Office in Benguet, representatives from district hospitals, PHO staff members, and the HR from Benguet Provincial Capitol.

31/08/2025

“𝐌𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐝. 𝐇𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐤𝐞𝐞𝐩𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐠𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐠.”

As part of the diabetes education session for patients, a simple interactive lecture was conducted by Ms. Jophyne A. Pitpitunge at the Out-Patient Department to help reinforce practical knowledge.
The activity focused on recognizing early symptoms of diabetes, understanding the impact of food on blood sugar levels, and making healthy lifestyle choices. It was designed to encourage patient participation, increase awareness, and support better self-management through real-life examples and group discussion.

27/08/2025

𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦!
𝗞𝗗𝗛 𝟯𝗥𝗗 𝗕𝗜𝗚𝗚𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗟𝗢𝗦𝗘𝗥 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗟𝗟𝗘𝗡𝗚𝗘 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱

In line with the program on Health and Wellness, Mental Health and RPRH, thirteen (13) brave KDH personnel accepted the challenge which started on February 18, 2025 to August 21,2025.

The objective of this program is to promote an active and healthy lifestyle to all participants. Plus it isn't just about shedding pounds—it's about transforming your life and inspiring others.

On August 26, 2025, awarding program was held at the Out-Patient Department. Certificate of Participation, Certificate of Achievement and cash prizes were given to the challengers. Here's the result:

👦Male Category
CHAMPION: Mr. Jake Lipao (Php 4,000)
-From 78.8kg to 70.1kg= 11.04%
1st place: Mr. Julever Bay-an (Php 3,000)
Consolation prize: Mr. Junol P. Canol

👩Female Category
🏆CHAMPION: Ms. Jovelyn Pacatiw-miguel Alutang (Php 4,000)
-From 85.2kg to 72.2kg= 15.26%
1st place: Ms. Nikki Ross Partible (Php 3,000)
2nd place: Ms. Gretchen Alunes (waived)
3rd place: Ms. Claire May-os Far (php 1,600)
4th place: Ms. Heidi Saliw-an Waclin (Php 1,000)
Consolation prizes:
Ms. Cecille Reign Valdez
Ms. Leonida Ordinario
Ms. Vicky Domes
Dr. Ashley Joan Pinas
Ms. Hannah Jaye Pitas Mendoza

Thank you for our sponsors:
Mr. Denver Dizon
Ms. DhianneDyr DT
Ms. Marvie Pugay
Ms. Cleofe Benit-ang
Dr. Beverly BJ Toribio-Tokias
Dr. Cynthia Moran
Dr. Piscesjean Alunes Chog-ap
Dr. Reynelle Del Amor
Ms. Cecille Reign Valdez
Ms. Leonida Ordinario
Mr. Junol Canol

27/08/2025

💪Final weigh-in ng mga Biggest Loser Challengers!

20/08/2025

𝕊𝕦𝕤𝕡𝕖𝕟𝕤𝕚𝕠𝕟 𝕠𝕗 𝕆ℙ𝔻 ℂ𝕠𝕟𝕤𝕦𝕝𝕥𝕒𝕥𝕚𝕠𝕟

Please be informed that the Outpatient Consultation will not be available on August 21 and August 25, 2025.

The Emergency Department remains open and only OPD Consultation will be closed on the abovementioned date.

The hospital mobile phone number and Facebook messenger will be active daily to address your concerns and questions.

For your information and guidance

> 09212322823
> http://m.me/KapanganDistrictHospital

14/08/2025

"𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐛𝐨𝐭𝐡 𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐚 𝐰𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞."

Ms. Gemma Pablo, RM the committee chair of the hospitals Family Planning program provided a brief and meaningful lecture on Family Planning for both parents during the prenatal schedule at the Outpatient Department and impart them information, awareness and understanding.

In essence, family planning is not just about preventing pregnancies; it's a powerful tool for promoting individual well-being, strengthening families, and fostering a more equitable and sustainable world.

23/07/2025

𝗧𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗢𝗣𝗗 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝟮𝟰, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗱𝘂𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

The Emergency Department remains open and only OPD Consultation will be closed on the abovementioned date. We STRONGLY advice our valued patients to weigh the risk of traveling and visiting the hospital during bad weather conditions.

The hospital mobile phone number and Facebook messenger will be active to address your concerns and questions.

For your information and guidance

> 09212322823
> http://m.me/KapanganDistrictHospital

22/07/2025

The hospital remains open but we STRONGLY advice our valued patients to weigh the risk of traveling and visiting the hospital during bad weather conditions, if you don't require urgent medical attention, it's generally advisable to stay at home. Alternatively, you may also contact us through the following channels

> 09212322823
> http://m.me/KapanganDistrictHospital

|| Classes in ALL LEVELS and WORK in Government Offices are SUSPENDED in Benguet on JULY 23, 2025 (Wednesday).

This is by virtue of Memorandum Circular No. 90. issued by the Office of the President.

However, agencies responsible for basic, vital and health services, preparedness and response duties must continue to remain operational to ensure continuity of essential government functions despite the declaration of work suspension. Non-vital government employees of subject agencies and all other government employees may be engaged under approved alternate work arrangements, subject to applicable laws, rules and regulations.

19/07/2025