Updated: Jul 29
COUNCILOR Paolo Nicolo Gaane, chair of the City Council committee on health, called on journalists and media organizations to play a stronger role in breaking the stigma around mental health and to adopt responsible reporting practices—especially when covering suicide.
This was emphasized by the councilor during the public forum on “The Role of Media in Mental Health”, hosted by the city through the City Information Office headed by Mr. Jade Adeser that brought together mass communication students, campus journalists, content creators, and members of the press to strengthen awareness and promote responsible communication on mental health.
Councilor Gaane said that media are the powerful influence over public understanding of mental health issues and should use that influence to promote accurate information.
For her part, Psychosocial Unit Head Ms. Rio Rosal Baliling of the City Social Welfare and Development (CSWD) also discussed the role of media in mental health. She shared some tips to media who may witness traumatic incidents, and cope after exposure to traumatic events while continuing their work.
The activity aims to build a partnership between the city and media practitioners, recognizing that they are one of the primary sources of information for the public.
It also seeks to prevent situations where media outlets publish articles that could traumatize or negatively affect individuals with mental health concerns. (JBD/SP)
SUPORTADO ni Konsehal Roberto Cabaring, chairman sa komite sa cultural communities sa konseho, ang pagpalig-on sa pagpatuman sa Universal Health Care sa dakbayan.
Mahinumdoman nga mitambong ang konsehal sa gipahigayong Learning Module on Reviewing Health Impact Assessment kauban ang Local Health Board (LHB) agig suporta sa pagpatuman sa UHC nga gitambayayoyan usab sa Department of Health (DOH).
Gipasabot ni Konsehal Cabaring nga isip City Indigenous Peoples Mandatory Representative (IPMR) gisiguro niya nga malakip sa maong programa ang mga katutubong komunidad dihas programa sa panglawas.
Nasayran nga ang kalihokan nagtumong sa pagpalawom sa kaalam ug husto nga paggamit sa Health Impact Assessment aron seguradong epektibo ang pagpatuman sa programa, ilabina sa mga lumad. (JRG/SP)
COUNCILOR Jonjon Rodriguez, chairperson of the Committee on Social Services, joined the Social Pension Payout for Indigent Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) held on Wednesday, July 22, at the City Hall Quadrangle.
A total of 2,500 qualified PWD beneficiaries each received ₱3,000, equivalent to the monthly social pension of ₱500 covering the period January to June 2025, to help meet their daily needs.
In his message, Rodriguez reaffirmed his commitment to advancing the welfare of persons with disabilities and protecting their rights. He also pledged his continued support for programs and policies that promote their well-being and improve their quality of life.
It may be recalled that the councilor previously presented a special report on the timely release of the Solo Parents Subsidy and PWD Social Pension during the 12th Regular Session, stressing the importance of ensuring that qualified beneficiaries receive the assistance due them. (JDO/SP)