On September 4-5, 2024, an onsite visit was conducted in Batangas City, Region 4A, as part of the “Pilot Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness and Safety of the Bedaquiline-Pretomanid-Linezolid (BPaL) Treatment Regimen in the Philippines.” The visit involved key participants, including Mr. Niño Magpusao and Mr. Edilberto Casil from TBpeople Philippines, alongside Dr. Maria Imelda Quelapio, Dr. Irene Flores, Ms. Charlotte Cabalitan (representatives from TB Alliance, KNCV TB Foundation, Tropical Disease Foundation, Philippine Business for Social Progress, Inc.,…

TBPeople Philippines proudly joined the commemoration of the 40th anniversary of the Tropical Disease Foundation (TDF) in Makati City, celebrating decades of dedicated service and innovation in the fight against tropical diseases, particularly tuberculosis (TB). The event highlighted the foundation’s profound contributions to public health, with a special focus on the impact it has had on the lives of TB patients, many of whom are now leading the charge as advocates in the fight against the disease.…

TBpeople Philippines proudly took part in the inaugural Philippine Patients Congress, hosted by the Philippine Alliance of Patients’ Organizations (PAPO) on August 29-30, 2024, at the Asian Development Bank (ADB), 6 ADB Avenue, Mandaluyong City.

This groundbreaking event brought together a diverse assembly of patient advocates, stakeholders, and healthcare professionals from across the nation, all united by a shared mission: to amplify patient voices and drive meaningful change within the Philippine healthcare system.…

TBPeople Philippines has joined forces with Otsuka Philippines Pharmaceutical, Inc., Pocari Sweat (Philippines) and Getz Healthcare Philippines to empower participants in the fight against tuberculosis (TB). This collaborative effort seeks to raise awareness and provide critical education on the prevention and treatment of TB, focusing on communities most affected by the disease. Through a series of orientation sessions, educational programs, and the sharing of inspiring stories from TB survivors, the initiative aims to reduce stigma, enhance understanding, and foster community resilience.…

TBpeople Philippines recently visited the Bicol Region to raise awareness about tuberculosis (TB) and introduce their organization’s advocacy, projects, and initiatives to combat TB in local communities. This strategic visit aims to address the ongoing public health challenge posed by TB and enhance community support for those affected by the disease.

The first major engagement in the region was a meeting led by Mr. Victor Tudtud, the Public Relations Officer and Operations Head, alongside Alvin Ferry, the IT Head of TBpeople Philippines.…

TBPeople Philippines, a non-governmental organization committed to the fight against tuberculosis, has partnered with the Philippine Business for Social Progress (PBSP), the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), and the Las Piñas Local Government Unit (LGU) on an active case finding initiative in Las Piñas City. This initiative aims to raise awareness about tuberculosis while gaining more knowledge about the disease among the residents of Las Piñas. Through this program, the LGU and the Department of Health’s Las Piñas City Health Office aim to detect all possible tuberculosis cases in Las Piñas, provide them with appropriate care, and ultimately decrease the transmission of the disease.…

TBPeople Philippines, in collaboration with the Philippine Business for Social Progress (PBSP), the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), and the Davao Local Government Unit (LGU), has taken a proactive approach in its fight against COVID-19 through an active case-finding initiative in Davao City. This initiative seeks to enhance awareness of tuberculosis (TB) within the Davaoeño community while also incorporating elements of joy and entertainment to engage the public.

The primary objective of this collaborative effort is to raise awareness about TB and its impact on the community.…

TBpeople Philippines, led by Public Governance Officer Mr. Niño Magpusao, alongside the TBpeoplePH Discipleship San Fernando Pampanga Team, actively participated in the TB Survivor Summit hosted by the Department of Health (DOH) Central Luzon Center for Health Development. The event, held at the Quest Plus Conference Center in Clark, revolved around the theme “Sa Tibay ng Bayanihan, TB ay Ating Wakasan,” underscoring the profound strength of community spirit in the collective effort to eliminate tuberculosis (TB).…

On August 20, 2024, TBpeople Philippines participated in a pivotal symposium organized by Philippine Coalition Against Tuberculosis (PhilCAT) at the UNILAB Bayanihan Center in Pasig City. This forum brought together key stakeholders in the fight against tuberculosis, focusing on cutting-edge diagnostics, innovative treatment approaches, preventative measures, including vaccines, and epidemiological research. The event aimed to nurture collaboration among various organizations, scoping out potential partnerships that could accelerate the progress against TB in the Philippines.…