TACLOBAN CITY — Residents of Tanauan, Leyte are set to benefit from improved healthcare services following the official opening of the municipality’s new super health center in Barangay Malaguicay on Thursday, June 4, 2026.
The facility was formally inaugurated through a ribbon-cutting and blessing ceremony attended by local government officials, representatives from the office of Senator Christopher “Bong” Go, and officials from the Department of Health (DOH).
Leading the event was Tanauan Mayor Ma. Gina Merilo, joined by members of the Sangguniang Bayan headed by Vice Mayor Archie Lawrence Kapunan, along with representatives from the DOH Leyte Provincial Office and DOH Regional Office 8.
In her message, Mayor Merilo described the opening of the super health center as a major step forward in strengthening healthcare delivery in the municipality. She said the facility will help bring accessible and quality medical services closer to residents, particularly those in underserved communities.
The mayor also expressed gratitude to Senator Bong Go for supporting the establishment of the health center, as well as to the DOH provincial and regional offices for their assistance in implementing the project.
A Holy Mass and blessing of the facility were officiated by Rev. Fr. Francis Anthony Borja. The event was attended by guests, health workers, and personnel of the Rural Health Unit headed by Dr. Arlene Santo.
The Tanauan super health center is expected to play a vital role in enhancing primary healthcare services and improving access to essential medical care for residents of Tanauan and nearby areas.
(LIZBETH ANN A. ABELLA)
