BRHMC-Department of Family and Community Medicine

23/07/2025

𝗪𝗔𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗚 𝗞𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗔 𝗦𝗔 𝗛𝗨𝗟𝗬𝗢 𝟮𝟰, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱

Memorandum Circular No. 91 - suspensyon ng trabaho sa mga opisina ng gobyerno dahil sa patuloy na malakas na pag-ulan dulot ng Southwest Monsoon, wala paring konsulta ang mga sumusunod:

• OUT-PATIENT DEPARTMENT (OPD)
• BICOL CANCER CENTER (BCC)
• HEART STATION
• BRONCHOLOGY UNIT
• BESH HUB

Lahat ng naka-iskedyul at follow-up check-up ay muling tatanggapin sa pagbabalik ng regular na operasyon.

Mananatiling bukas ang Emergency Department (ED) ng BRHMC para sa mga emergency cases.

Mag-ingat po tayong lahat!

04/07/2025

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, 𝐃𝐅𝐂𝐌! 🎉💚

We’re proud to share that the Department of Family and Community Medicine clinched 3rd Place at the Performance Governance System: Hospital Best Practices Sharing held last July 3, 2025 at The Pavilion Hall, Marison Hotel, Legazpi City, Albay!

Our entry, Project Wellness, showcased our 9-cycle journey of empowering BRHMC healthcare workers to take charge of their health, promoting weight loss, managing noncommunicable diseases, and cultivating a sustainable culture of wellness.

The project was proudly presented by our department head, Dr. Cruzantina Lopo-De Guzman.

This milestone is a celebration of teamwork, consistency, and our shared commitment to healthier healthcare workers for a healthier community. 💪💚

02/07/2025

02/07/2025

𝗕𝗥𝗛𝗠𝗖 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗞𝗶𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘆 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱

The National Kidney Month, with this year's theme "Bato ay Alagaan, Buhay ay Ipaglaban!", aims to raise awareness about renal diseases and reduce the high mortality rate caused by kidney ailments, and to increase public awareness about kidney health.

In line with this, the Bicol Regional Hospital and Medical Center - Nephrology Section, in collaboration with the Public Health Unit, has organized several engaging activities to highlight the significance of kidney health and to provide support for the local community.

On June 20, 2025, BRHMC held a Lay Forum and Extension Services. The event was conducted at two key locations: the ground floor of the BRHMC Dialysis Center Building for BRHMC personnel, and the ground floor of the Patient Support Services Building for OPD patients and their watchers. Dr. Melissa Tita L. Antonio, along with guest speaker Dr. Raymond Martin Corpuz from the DOH Bicol CHD, led informative discussions about kidney health. Participants also had the opportunity to undergo free urinalysis and Random Blood Sugar (RBS) testing to check their kidney function and sugar levels. In the afternoon, Dr. Nadine R. Bayani shared further insights on kidney health with OPD patients and their companions.

To further promote kidney health, a "Hataw for a Healthy Kidney Dance Exercise" event took place on June 28, 2025, at the Embarcadero de Legazpi. This featured a variety of fitness exercises including a Tai Chi session led by BRHMC's Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation team, and an energetic Hataw Dance led by the BRHMC Code White Dancers. The event was not only an opportunity for physical activity but also a celebration of healthy living. Games were also organized and the winners of the Biggest Loser Cycle 9 were announced by the BRHMC Family and Community Medicine.

In addition to these activities, health booths were set up by various BRHMC departments to provide additional health education and services, including:
1. Move more, Eat Right – Nutrition and Dietetics Section and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Services
2. Be Clean, Live Sustainably- OSH and Wellness clinic
3. Get Vaccinated- Nat’l Immunization Program Coordinator
4. Don’t smoke, Lessen alcohol, Say no to drugs- Family and Community Medicine
5. Care for yourself, care for others- Mental Health Program
6. Do no harm, put safety first- HEDMU and WCPU
7. Practice Safe S*x- BESH HUB

The month-long celebration served as a reminder of the critical role our kidneys play. As National Kidney Month 2025 comes to a close, the BRHMC remains dedicated to spreading awareness, promoting, and encouraging the community to prioritize kidney health.

01/07/2025

Ang buwan ng HULYO ay National Deworming Month 🪱🚫

Ngayong Hulyo, ating ipinagdiriwang ang National Deworming Month, isang mahalagang kampanya para sa kalusugan ng mga bata sa buong bansa. Ang Bicol Regional Hospital and Medical Center (BRHMC) ay nakikiisa sa layunin ng Department of Health (DOH) na mapanatiling malusog, masigla, at malayo sa bulate ang ating mga kabataan.

✅ Bumisita at magpakonsulta sa pinakamalapit na Barangay Health Clinic o Rural Health Unit para sa mga aktibidad patungkol sa National Deworming Month.

28/06/2025

Congratulations to the TOP SCORERS of Biggest Loser Cycle 9 – Phase 1! 👏👏👏

This phase may have ended, but your journey continues! 🙌

To our winners:
Your consistency, quiet discipline, and inner drive carried you through the tough days. You reminded us that success isn’t always loud, it’s built in the small everyday choices, the early wake-ups, and the decision to KEEP GOING even when no one is watching. You didn’t just lose weight. You gained strength, confidence, and purpose.

To everyone who joined this journey:
This was never just a competition. It’s a PERSONAL PROMISE to become healthier, stronger, and better not just for yourself, but for those you love. Whether or not your name was called, the fact that you showed up, made changes, and kept going, that already makes you a winner in the most meaningful way.

Di pa huli ang lahat! Welcome to Phase 2! 💪😉

25/06/2025

As we wrap up Phase I of the Biggest Loser Cycle 9, we celebrate 3 months of progress, commitment, and inspiring transformations! 🙌

To honor the achievements of our BLC contestants, we’ll be holding a Simple Awarding Ceremony, incorporated into a special event organized by the IM - Section of Nephrology, in celebration of National Kidney Month 2025. 🏆

🗓 June 28, 2025 (Saturday)
🕒 3:00–7:00 PM
📍 Embarcadero de Legazpi Atrium

Join us for an afternoon of Tai Chi, Hataw Dance, and interactive Health Booths as we recognize the hard work and dedication of our BLC achievers! 👏

Let’s keep the momentum going for our health, our goals, and our community! ✨

12/06/2025

The Biggest Loser Cycle 9: “I'm S*xy and 9 Know It!” is proud to announce the Top Scorers for our 2nd weigh-in last May 2025! 🏋️🙌🏻

To all our BLC challengers, your effort and determination are truly inspiring! Stay consistent and never lose sight of your goals. 💪🏻

02/06/2025

What you need to know about Mpox 👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻

What you need to know about Mpox
(English version)

30/05/2025

👂✨ KATI AT KIROT NG TAINGA: A Clinical Workshop on Otitis Externa
Held last May 27, 2025, at The Pepperland Hotel, Legazpi City

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Dr. Jose Florencio Lapeña, our esteemed speaker, for sharing his expertise on the diagnosis and management of Otitis Externa, a common yet often underestimated ENT condition. His insightful, practical approach helped enhance our clinical skills and sharpen our diagnostic knowledge.

This workshop was made possible through the support of Pascual Pharma Corp, in partnership with the PAFP South Bicol Chapter — an ongoing commitment to continuous medical education and quality primary care.

19/05/2025

𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟭𝟵 𝗶𝘀 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗙𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗗𝗼𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗗𝗮𝘆! 🩺

World Family Doctor Day celebrates the vital role of family physicians in healthcare systems around the globe, highlighting the importance of personalized and comprehensive care.

This year, the Philippine Academy of Family Physicians (PAFP) South Bicol Chapter, in partnership with the BRHMC Department of Family and Community Medicine, organized a two-day event with the theme “Mindful Movement: Building Mental Resilience in a Changing World.”

On May 18, 2025, at 5:30 AM, they kicked off the celebration with a Tai Chi session facilitated by the Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine, and a fun run/walk at Sawangan Park, Legazpi City, with participants from the BRHMC mental health clinic and Biggest Loser Cycle 9 contestants. The activity aimed to promote mental wellness through physical activity and community connection.

The celebration continued on May 19, 2025, with an advocacy talk entitled “Mind Matters: Advocacy for Resilience” held at the BRHMC OPD Waiting Area. The lecture featured discussions led by Dr. Divinagrace E. Elen and Dr. Shairah B. Ali Shah, focusing on mental resilience and holistic health.

Through these activities, we continue to empower communities, promoting mental wellness, and recognizing the essential role of family doctors in creating a healthier world.