Press Release - Bong Go visits San Fernando, Cebu to lead groundbreaking of Super Health Center and aid indigent sectors

Senator Christopher "Bong" Go led the groundbreaking ceremony of the Super Health Center in Barangay South Poblacion, San Fernando, Cebu, on Friday, September 20. As part of his ongoing commitment to improving healthcare accessibility across the country, Go highlighted the importance of establishing such healthcare facilities, particularly in rural areas.

In his speech, the chairperson of the Senate Committee on Health and Demography proudly mentioned that one of his key advocacies is the establishment of more Super Health Centers nationwide.

"Sa mga itinayo ng Super Health Centers, nakita namin kung gaano kalaki ang naitutulong nito sa komunidad, lalo na sa rural areas. 'Yun po ang layunin ng mga Super Health Centers, ang ilapit sa mamamayan ang serbisyong medikal ng gobyerno," he said.

Through the concerted efforts of Go, fellow lawmakers, the Department of Health (DOH) led by Secretary Teodoro "Ted" Herbosa, and local government units, adequate funding was allocated for establishing more than 700 Super Health Centers nationwide, including 20 in Cebu.

Go also expressed gratitude to the local government for their diligent efforts in making the Super Health Center a reality. He specifically thanked Congresswoman Rhea Gullas, Governor Gwen Garcia, Mayor Mytha Ann Canoy, and Vice Mayor Ricci Regen Reluya for their contributions.

Meanwhile, in support of community health front liners, Go also gave grocery packs to the barangay health workers (BHWs) and barangay nutrition scholars (BNSs) present.

Apart from inspecting the Super Health Center, Go also partnered with Mayor Canoy and the rest of the local government in providing financial support to qualified indigent sectors in the town.

A total of 532 indigent members of various sectors, including BHWs, BNSs, fire victims, and vendors, gathered at the San Fernando Municipal Sports Complex, where they received additional support from Go, such as meals, vitamins, masks, and shirts. Some beneficiaries also received shoes, phones, bicycles, watches, and sports equipment like volleyballs and basketballs.

Go, who serves as the vice chairperson of the Senate Committee on Finance, was instrumental in securing funding for the