West Visayas State University (WVSU) – Office of the Vice President for Medical and Allied Sciences (OVP-MAS), in collaboration with the College of Medicine, College of Nursing, College of Dentistry, Department of Radiologic Technology, WVSU Medical Center, and University Health Services, spearheaded a University Health Outreach Program at WVSU Main Campus, yesterday, Jan. 29 as part of the 2026 University Days.
The program benefited the residents of Brgy. Montinola, Jaro and WVSU employees, faculty, and students, totaling to more than a hundred beneficiaries.
The Nursing Building served as the avenue for medical checkups, laboratory exams, pharmacy, and PhilHealth YAKAP registrations, while volunteer dentists from the college faculty and Philippine Dental Association-Iloilo Chapter, assisted by the Pre-Clinical Committee, performed free dental consultation, dental X-rays, oral prophylaxis (cleaning), fluoride application, and dental extractions at the Dentistry Building.
Simultaneously, the Philippine Dental Students Association (PDSA)-WVSU Chapter held a series of dental health talks, and the WVSU-CON faculty presented a simultaneous seminar on breast cancer and breast self-examination demonstration at their respective buildings.
Sophia Talamera, President of WVSU-COD Pre-Clinical Committee, emphasized that offering free medical and dental services falls upon one’s duty as “Iskolars ng Bayan.” Likewise, she remained enthusiastic that more communities will benefit from such initiatives in the future, starting from those close to WVSU.
Amidst the vibrant displays of colors and skills, this initiative served as a testament that excellence and competence also come in the form of community service—dedicating oneself in alleviating public woes.
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2026 University Days Special Coverage by WVSU Student Publications
Write-up by Rosema Kamsa, Shaila Veronica Paris, & Amiel Zaulda/Pagyuhum Publication
Photos by Aryanna Celebrar, Ciro Dumaicos, & Krizzle Caldera/Pagyuhum Publication; Dominic Maranon, Jericho Francesco Jandongan, Miles Tambanillo, & Ryzen John Blanco/The Lifeline Publication; Isabelle Viaje/Vital Signs Publication
