Alarmed by reported leptospirosis cases, Vice Mayor Bebot Rodriguez urged the immediate coordination with the Department of Health (DOH) and City Health Office (CHO) to prevent further infections and protect public safety. This, after Councilor Paolo Nicolo Gaane, chair of the committee on health, reported that 10 individuals allegedly died of leptospirosis last week according to the information forwarded to the Office of the Vice Mayor. In her rejoinder, VM Bebot shared that

City Councilor Paolo Nicolo Gaane is calling on parents to ensure their children are immunized against measles-rubella as part of the city’s   public health initiative. The city government through the City Health Office will conduct a city-wide Measles-Rubella Supplemental Immunization Activity (MR-SIA), which will run from January 19 to February 13, for   children ages six months to four years and 11 months old. The Measles-Rubella vaccine is an essential tool in preventing

CITY COUNCILOR Paolo Nicolo Gaane, chair of the City Council committee on health, nutrition, health insurance, joined the celebration of World AIDS Day 2025 held at SM Downtown Premier last Friday, December 5, 2025. In his message, Gaane announced the completion of the draft ordinance aligning local policy with R.A. 11166 or the Philippine HIV/AIDS policy act. Councilor Gaane emphasized the importance of community engagement and the need for comprehensive health services. “Th

CAGAYAN de Oro City conducted its first Mental Health Training and Orientation for barangay focal persons at the Barangay Nazareth Gymnasium on November 26, 2025. A collaborative effort between the Office of Councilor Maximo “Jonjon” Rodriguez III, Chairperson of the Committee on Social Services, and the City Social Welfare and Development Department, the training was held in line with Resolution No. 15457-2025, authored by Rodriguez, which encourages all barangays in the cit

COUNCILOR Paolo Nicolo Gaane extended his congratulations to the new registered nurses who recently passed their licensure examination. “We acknowledge not only your hard work but the commitment you’ve shown to serve our community. You are now equipped with the knowledge and skills to make a real difference in the lives of your patients,” he stressed. Councilor Gaane, chair of the committee on health, nutrition, and health insurance, encouraged them to pursue their passions a

THE city will soon institutionalize the maintenance of handwashing behavioral prompts to encourage consistent good hygiene practices and support behavior change among residents. This, after the City Council committee on health, nutrition, health insurance, chaired by Councilor Paolo Nicolo Gaane, favorably supported and endorsed the approval of the proposed ordinance to the committee on laws and rules. This ordinance seeks for the provision of functioning handwashing faciliti

COUNCILOR Paolo Nicolo Gaane, chair of the City Council committee on health, nutrition, and health insurance, has expressed commendation for Vice Mayor Bebot Rodriguez, following the enactment of an ordinance institutionalizing Newborn Screening (NBS) within the city. The ordinance aims to ensure that every newborn in Cagayan de Oro City receives comprehensive screening for various congenital conditions. Councilor Gaane lauded the vice mayor for her leadership and dedication

Councilor Paolo Nicolo Gaane, chair of the City Council committee on health, nutrition, and health insurance, spearheaded a voluntary bloodletting activity on November 8, 2025 in Barangay Tablon. The event was organized in partnership with the Philippine Red Cross, J. R. Borja General Hospital (JRBGH), Inclusive Health Advocacy Group (IHAG), Barangay Council of Tablon, and City Mayor Rolando A. Uy. Councilor Gaane expressed his appreciation to the support of the residents of

CITY COUNCILOR Paolo Nicolo Gaane congratulated the city Nutrition Committee during the recent 2025 Regional Nutrition Award Ceremony, held on November 6, 2025 at the Luxe Hotel. The City Nutrition Committee and Barangay Nutrition Workers were one of the standout recipients of multiple awards for their dedication and innovative programs in promoting health and nutrition, and well-being of residents. Among the awards were: Merit for outstanding nutrition implementation; Hall o

THE officers and members of the Cagayan de Oro Mental Health Board (COMHB) officially took their oath before City Mayor Rolando “Klarex” Uy, who serves as the board’s chairperson, held at his office. Among those inducted was Councilor Jonjon Rodriguez, Chairperson of the City Council’s Committee on Social Services. He joined co-chairpersons Councilor Paolo Nicolo Gaane, who heads the Committee on Health and Health Insurance, and Atty. Raquel B. Limbaco, Assistant Department M