LUNA, Apayao – The municipal government, in partnership with the Provincial Department of Health Office-Apayao (PDOHO-Apayao), conducted an information and education campaign (IEC) on kidney health as part of Kidney Month Awareness in Barangay Zumigui, Luna, Apayao, on July 5, 2024.
The IEC campaign aimed to educate residents about kidney disease prevention and treatment, emphasize the importance of kidney health, and reduce the frequency and impact of kidney disease and related health issues in the community.
PDOHO staff Karla Katrina P. Langbay and April Anne Tela provided information on maintaining a healthy lifestyle, early detection of kidney problems, and available medical services for those with kidney conditions.
The campaign also aimed to empower people to understand their kidney risk, manage their blood sugar for better kidney health, and discuss diabetes and kidney disease with their doctors. By Michelle Acantilado