05 Aug 2025

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Amid recent storms and monsoon rains affecting the country, the Ako Bicol Party-list has persistently delivered vital medical support to underprivileged Filipinos in several major public hospitals across Metro Manila.

One beneficiary, 26-year-old janitor Jude Ivan Jugador from Caloocan City, was seriously injured in a motorcycle accident. Upon admission to Dr. Jose N. Rodriguez Memorial Hospital and Sanitarium, doctors diagnosed a fractured elbow requiring surgery and a costly metal implant priced at P95,000. With Jude unable to work and his partner's income as a part-time notary staff insufficient, Ako Bicol intervened by covering the entire implant expense, enabling Jude to undergo the procedure and commence his recovery.

Similarly, single mother Emily Ruado sought treatment for her son Niño at the Philippine Children’s Medical Center. Niño was suffering from severe dental conditions, including gingivitis and tooth decay, necessitating a P30,000 procedure beyond the family’s financial means. Ako Bicol fully funded the dental care, allowing the family not only to complete the treatment but also to return to their home province.

At the National Kidney and Transplant Institute, Vilma Caraga faced a critical situation with her husband Francisco, diagnosed with end-stage chronic kidney disease. He urgently required a Permcath procedure to continue dialysis, costing P57,000. With Vilma earning only P600 daily as a cleaning lady, payment seemed impossible until Ako Bicol provided full financial support, offering essential assistance at a desperate time.

From orthopedic surgery and dental care to dialysis access, Ako Bicol Party-list has steadfastly extended needs-based medical aid to patients in key specialty hospitals within Quezon City, demonstrating commitment to responsive grassroots assistance even in challenging weather conditions.