Governor Tamayo leads Provincial Health Board in strengthening South Cotabato’s healthcare system

South Cotabato, Philippines — Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo Jr. led the meeting of the Universal Health Care–Provincial Health Board (UHC-PHB), reaffirming the Provincial Government’s commitment to strengthening healthcare delivery and ensuring that quality, accessible, and equitable health services remain available to every South Cotabateño. Among the key agenda discussed during the meeting was the proposed […]

4th Panubli reinforces South Cotabato’s commitment to indigenous culture and livelihood

KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato – The Provincial Government of South Cotabato continues to strengthen its commitment to preserving Indigenous culture and promoting local livelihoods through the 4th Panubli, one of the highlights of the province's 60th Foundation Anniversary and 27th T'nalak Festival. Located along Alunan Highway in front of the Department of Public Works and […]

T’nalak Festival silver commemorative coin available exclusively through BSP Online Store starting July 23

KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato – A limited-edition T’nalak Festival commemorative silver coin will be available exclusively through the BSP Online Store beginning 10:00 a.m. on July 23, 2026, as the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) honors South Cotabato’s cultural heritage through its “Pista sa Pilipinas” Commemorative Coin Series. Francis Cerbo, Tourism Operations Officer I, said […]

Fitness takes center stage in South Cotabato’s 60th Foundation Anniversary, 27th T’nalak Festival’s Zumba Marathon Contest

South Cotabato, Philippines —Fitness takes center stage as South Cotabateños are invited to join the Free Zumba Marathon on July 12 at the South Cotabato Sports Complex Parking Grounds, one of the featured activities celebrating the 60th Foundation Anniversary of South Cotabato and the 27th T’nalak Festival. Organized by the Creative Fitness Alliance of South […]

Tnalak Queen 2026 elevates LGBTQIA+ empowerment in South Cotabato

KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato – Celebrating more than beauty and pageantry, T’nalak Queen 2026 became a platform for promoting inclusivity, self-expression, and empowerment as the LGBTQIA+ community took center stage during the celebration of the 60th Foundation Anniversary of South Cotabato and the 27th T’nalak Festival. The annual pageant featured 17 candidates representing various municipalities, organizations, […]

South Cotabato named top PH province for free hospitalization under SDG 3

South Cotabato, Philippines —The Province of South Cotabato has been recognized as a national model in healthcare delivery after earning top distinction under Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) No. 3, or Good Health and Well-being, for its implementation of a free hospitalization program. The province was named among the SDG Achievement Champions by the Department of […]

PhilHealth Outpatient Emergency Care Benefit now available at South Cotabato Provincial hospital

SOUTH COTABATO – The South Cotabato Provincial Hospital (SCPH) has started offering the PhilHealth Outpatient Emergency Care Benefit (OECB), expanding access to emergency medical services for South Cotabateños who require immediate treatment but do not need hospital confinement. According to Dr. Anna Marie Tuburan, Outpatient Department (OPD) Chief of SCPH, the OECB is a new […]

NDH heightens dengue response as 36 cases logged in Norala

South Cotabato, Philippines —  A total of 36 dengue-positive patients have been recorded in the latest monitoring report of Norala District Hospital (NDH), prompting health authorities to strengthen interventions amid the continuing threat of dengue during the rainy season. Data showed that 22 of the patients are male while 14 are female, with ages ranging […]

SCPH promotes workforce wellness through 2nd Pickleball Tournament

KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato – South Cotabato Provincial Hospital (SCPH) recently gathered its employees for the 2nd Pickleball Wellness Tournament to promote physical fitness, teamwork, and workplace wellness, reinforcing the hospital’s commitment to employee well-being and quality healthcare service. Carrying the theme “Wrong Outfit Edition,” the tournament offered healthcare workers a chance to step away […]

Polomolok Municipal Hospital dialysis center expands to three daily shifts

South Cotabato, Philippines — The Polomolok Municipal Hospital (PMH) Dialysis Center has expanded its operations to three dialysis sessions per day, increasing its capacity to serve more patients requiring regular renal replacement therapy and reinforcing South Cotabato’s commitment to accessible and quality healthcare. Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo Jr. underscored the importance of expanding healthcare services […]