IN celebration of the National Hospital Week pursuant to Proclamation No. 181, s. 1993, the Department of Health (DOH) – through the Jose R. Reyes Memorial Medical Center (JRRMMC), National Children’s Hospital (NCH), and all its hospitals nationwide – dedicates a week-long celebration from August 6 to 12, 2024 to honor and celebrate the pivotal role of hospitals and healthcare workers in promoting, safeguarding, and preserving the health of the people. This year’s theme, “Ligtas Pinas! Dekalidad na Serbisyong Ospital,” underscores the collective commitment to ensuring the highest standards of care and safety for all patients through fostering unity, collaboration, and camaraderie.
“In celebration of National Hospital Week, JRRMMC is proud to offer free medical services to senior citizens throughout the week. It is our way of giving back to our community and honoring the invaluable contributions of our elderly Filipino residents,” said Dr. Wenceslao S. Llauderes, Medical Center Chief (MCC) of JRRMMC.
The week-long celebration will commence on August 5 during the simultaneous flag raising ceremony of all DOH hospitals which will be spearheaded by Health Secretary Teodoro J. Herbosa, and the MCCs of participating DOH hospitals. On the second day, a wreath-laying ceremony will also be conducted at the monument of our national hero, Dr. Jose Rizal in Luneta Park to commemorate his contribution in the field of medicine.
It will also involve the inauguration of the online First Hospital Summit on August 7-8, 2024, which will be led by Health Secretary Herbosa, Undersecretary Abdullah B. Dumama Jr. and Assistant Secretary Ariel I. Valencia. This will be followed by engaging discussions with a distinguished panel of patient safety advocates.
Discussions will be focused on enhancing quality of care, advancing compassionate service, and promoting safety initiatives and practices within the hospitals. Moreover, the week will also culminate with the Hospital Olympics, a collaborative and friendly sports competition among staff of participating DOH Hospitals at the Marikina Sports Complex on August 9, 2024.
“I encourage all hospitals, both government and private, to participate in the activities of the National Hospital Week. This milestone is more than just a celebration; it is a call to action. A health care provider network founded on strong primary care is completed by hospitals that deliver inpatient services. This is also our time to highlight patient safety. Let us work together to create a safe hospital where every patient is guaranteed quality and compassionate healthcare service tungo sa Bagong Pilipinas kung saan Bawat Buhay Mahalaga,” expressed Health Secretary Herbosa.
This article has been sourced from the Department of Health (Philippines) Facebook Page.
