SCPH rehabilitates wastewater treatment facility to ensure environmental safety
KORONADAL CITY, SOUTH COTABATO — The South Cotabato Provincial Hospital (SCPH) is undertaking the rehabilitation of its Wastewater Treatment Facility to improve wastewater management, strengthen environmental protection, and maintain a safe and sanitary healthcare environment. The rehabilitation aims to restore and improve the facility’s operations to ensure the proper treatment of wastewater generated by hospital […]
52 patients benefit from free dialysis services at NDH in September
KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato — Fifty-two patients received free dialysis services from the Norala District Hospital (NDH) in September 2026. Of the patients served, 36 were male and 16 were female. The service forms part of the provincial government’s free dialysis initiative under Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo Jr., aimed at reducing medical expenses and improving […]
Polomolok Municipal Hospital bags two awards at Pugay Pangkalusugan 2026
South Cotabato, Philippines — Polomolok Municipal Hospital was among the healthcare institutions recognized during the Pugay Pangkalusugan 2026 Regional Awards, receiving two awards for its efforts in strengthening healthcare programs and services in the South Cotabato. The hospital received the Green Viability Assessment Award and the Excellence in Integrated Hospital Operations and Management Program (IHOMP) […]
Norala District Hospital tops region-wide ‘Red Orchid Awards’ for second time
SOUTH COTABATO – Norala District Hospital (NDH) has been named the Top 1 Region-Wide awardee and a two-time Red Orchid Awardee with the highest rating in the Government Hospital Category, reaffirming its commitment to implementing health programs. The hospital posted a rating of 110 percent, the highest in the category, reflecting its continued efforts to […]
Norala District Hospital’s ₱1-M triage facility renovation nears completion
SOUTH COTABATO – Norala District Hospital (NDH) is putting the finishing touches on a ₱1-million renovation of its triage area, a small but strategic piece of its bid to graduate from Level 1 to Level 2 status. The ₱1-million project is funded through the Local Development Fund (LDF) and is among the ongoing construction works […]
₱50-M DOH-funded building for Norala District Hospital awarded, construction set to proceed
SOUTH COTABATO- The ₱50-million Department of Health (DOH)-funded building for the Norala District Hospital (NDH) has been awarded, marking another step toward the hospital’s expansion and planned upgrading to a Level 2 facility. Following the completion of the bidding process, a Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) officer visited the hospital to inspect the project […]
SCPH earns regional recognition as a healthy workplace
KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato — South Cotabato Provincial Hospital (SCPH) has been recognized as a Healthy Workplace at the regional level, following a validation conducted by the Department of Health–Center for Health Development (DOH XII). “A healthy workplace is a happy place! We continue to promote physical, mental and social well being for every employee. […]
SCPH urges early screening as chronic kidney cases rise
KORONADAL CITY, SOUTH COTABATO — The South Cotabato Provincial Hospital (SCPH) is urging residents to undergo regular kidney screening, particularly those with diabetes, hypertension, or a family history of the conditions, as chronic kidney disease (CKD) continues to affect more patients. Dr. Marilyn Abantao, SCPH Chief of Hospital, said diabetes, hypertension, and kidney infections are […]
Health experts warn against traditional “tandok” as snakebite cases loom in South Cotabato
KORONADAL CITY, SOUTH COTABATO — As prolonged El Niño conditions continue to push temperatures higher across the country, health officials are warning that the province could see a corresponding rise in snakebite cases, and they are urging residents to abandon a long-standing, but scientifically unfounded folk remedy known as tandok. According to Dr. Bryan Non, […]
NDH undergoes routine PhilHealth assessment
The Norala District Hospital underwent a routine on-site assessment by the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) on Friday, September 04, 2026, to determine its compliance with standards governing the delivery of healthcare services in accredited facilities. The assessment examined the hospital’s patient care processes, documentation, facilities, and other requirements prescribed by PhilHealth as part of […]