LAPU-LAPU CITY – Two days after the inauguration of the BGen Benito N Ebuen Air Base Hospital, the whole medical team of the hospital partnered with SM Foundation to conduct a mission in nearby Barangay Pajo and other neighboring barangays Marigondon, Gun-ob, Basak, Engaño, Ibo, Canjulao, Poblacion and Babag.
Maj. Mares Cecile Lapada, MC OIC of the hospital and head of the medical mission said “it is time for the men and women of the BGen Ebuen Hospital to work as a team to prove to everyone that the hospital can answer calls for medical assistance.
With the kindness of SM Foundation, we commit our unwavering dedication to duty to help the distressed.”
Hundreds availed of medical consultations, dental services, blood chemistry and ECG. Medical volunteers from the local government unit of Lapu-Lapu also assisted in the endeavor. SM provided free medicines for the patients including vitamins for children and seniors.
The Camp Ebuen staff also served nutritious arroz caldo to all those awaiting consultation.
Source: Philippine Star