TBPeople Philippines was honored to be invited to the official launch of Fujifilm’s FDR Xair Portable X-ray System, held at Makati City Hall. This landmark event, organized by Makati City Mayor Abby Binay and Congressman Luis Campos, represents a significant leap forward in the fight against tuberculosis (TB) in the Philippines. The introduction of the Fujifilm’s FDR Xair Portable X-ray System unit marks a key advancement in TB detection and diagnosis, particularly for underserved communities that have historically faced barriers to accessing high-quality healthcare.…

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.…