On December 4, 2024, UC-CON students and recent graduates, now registered nurses following their success in the November 2024 Nurse Licensure Exam, participated in a medical and dental mission organized by Philex Mining Corporation at Camp 3 Elementary School in Tuba, Benguet. The mission aimed to promote health and well-being in the local community, providing essential services such as HIV screenings, Pap smears, and cervical cancer screenings.
The collaboration with Philex Mining Corporation saw active participation from UYAHH (Youth and Adolescent Sexuality and Health Hub), an organization under UC-CON. UC-CON students, alongside recent graduates, contributed to a range of activities that addressed the health needs of the community.
UYAHH led informative lectures on vital health topics, including Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs), HIV 101, Dental Health, and Triage Procedures, empowering community members with essential knowledge to manage and improve their health.
UC-CON graduates, including Samantha Soliven, Udanee Omaweng, and Leah Paquito, all now registered nurses, were instrumental in conducting health screenings, such as cholesterol and uric acid tests, and performing Capillary Blood Glucose (CBG) testing. They also provided health education to participants, promoting awareness about disease prevention and healthy lifestyle choices.
UC-CON Clinical Instructor and UYAHH adviser Beth Viduya facilitated Visual Inspection with Acetic Acid (VIA) for cervical cancer screenings, playing a crucial role in early detection and prevention efforts for women in the community.
In addition, Balay Marvi, an affiliate of UYAHH, conducted HIV screening and counseling, providing confidential services to those who sought support.
This medical mission allowed UC-CON students and graduates to apply their nursing skills in the field while making a meaningful impact on the health of the Tuba community. The event demonstrated the strong commitment of UC-CON, through its UYAHH organization, to public service and health promotion, as well as the professional development of its students and graduates.
