Tampakan, South Cotabato — Efforts to enhance grassroots healthcare received a boost as Sagittarius Mines, Inc. (SMI) turned over essential medicines and medical supplies to the Maltana Health Center in Brgy. Maltana, Tampakan, South Cotabato. The activity underscores a working partnership aimed at improving the delivery of basic health services for the community.
Held on March 27, 2026, the activity forms part of SMI’s continuing health initiatives under its Social Development and Management Program (SDMP). The effort reflects the company’s broader aim of supporting public healthcare systems and improving access to basic medical services.
These medical supplies are expected to help address the needs of the residents and ensure the availability of essential medicines.
Esther M. Sira, midwife and assigned health worker at Maltana Health Center, expressed her sincere appreciation to SMI for the continued assistance.
“Lubos po kaming nagpapasalamat sa Sagittarius Mines, Inc. sa kanilang ibinigay na mga gamot at mga medical supplies, napakalaking tulong ito para sa mga residente ng Maltana,” she said.
Through initiatives like this, the partnership between SMI and the community continues to strengthen local health systems by delivering timely and responsive support where it is most needed.
By ensuring that health facilities are equipped with essential medicines and supplies, the collaboration helps enhance the quality, reliability, and accessibility of healthcare services for residents of Tampakan, ultimately contributing to healthier and more resilient communities. (30)
