BETTER HEALTH SERVICES FOR CALOOCAN RESIDENTS WITH UPGRADED HEALTH CENTER

A few days before New Year’s Day, SM Foundation turned over to the City Government of Caloocan a transformed Brgy 118-120 Health Center, bringing the number of SMFI Wellness Centers to 204.

The renovation was made possible through the collaborative efforts of SM Foundation, the Rotary Club of Caloocan, Caloocan City Health Office and the Caloocan local government unit.

Brgy 118-120 Health Center, regarded by the health center staff and barangay health workers as their second home, is now a comfortable and well-lighted clinic. Gone are the termite-infested ceilings, the faulty electrical wiring, and malfunctioning light bulbs. These have been replaced with new ones.

Aside from the damaged structurethe health center lacked the necessary equipment and furniture. Health center workers had to make do with worn-out tables and plastic chairs in dispensing their work. Likewise, prior to the renovation, there was no designated examination room. Examination was done in an area where there was no privacy for the patients, making them uncomfortable and wary of going to the health center.

As with other Wellness Centers across the country, SM Foundation ensured that the Brgy 118-120 Health Center will be able to provide a conducive atmosphere for both patients and health workers. Walls were repainted with cheerful colors, new furniture and appliances were provided.

The health center offers an array of services to include medical consultation/check –up, pre-natal/ post-natal care, family planning, National Immunization Program, TB- Dots facility,non-communicable diseases program,dental services,nutrition program, and cervical cancer screening, among others.