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SEN. Bong Go said health care should not be a privilege but a right accessible to every Filipino, regardless of where they live as he distributed medicines in Malinao, Albay on Jan. 31, 2025.
The senator also reaffirmed his commitment to supporting health programs and infrastructure that uplift the lives of Filipinos.
Go distributed medicines to 29 barangay (villages) in Malinao, Albay "as part of his continuing advocacy to enhance health care access, especially in grassroots communities."
"Health care should not be a privilege but a right accessible to every Filipino, regardless of where they live. Together, with our dedicated local leaders, we will continue working towards a healthier and more resilient Philippines," Go said.
"Access to essential medicines can potentially save lives during emergencies. By providing these supplies directly to barangays, we are empowering communities to respond swiftly and effectively when health crises occur," he said.
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Go also highlighted the role of Malasakit Centers in providing streamlined access to medical assistance nationwide.
"The Malasakit Center is a one-stop shop located in public hospitals where four government agencies collaborate to help Filipinos with their medical expenses," said Go, principal author of Republic Act 11463 establishing the Malasakit Center.
There are 166 Malasakit Centers nationwide, which have assisted over 15 million indigent Filipinos, according to the Department of Health.
These centers continue to ease the health care burden for many low-income families, said Go, chairman of the Senate Committee on Health and Demography.
