However, for three Miagaowanons, there is a silver lining as they received financial assistance for their loved ones’ medical needs.
On October 4, 2024, the following claims were processed:
Claimant: Madel Treyes
Patient: Delia Madrigal
Address: Baybay Norte
Case: Thyroid Follicular Nodular Disease
Final Bill: P 63,577
Amount Granted: P 30,000
Claimant: Felix Ferolino
Patient: Michaela Fe Ferolino
Address: Cabunotan
Case: Acute Appendicitis
Final Bill: P 25,315.77
Amount Granted: P 15,000
Claimant: Ma. Corazon Galvan
Patient: Joenevic Galvan
Address: Mabayan
Case: Appendicitis
Final Bill: P 39,565.50
Amount Granted: P 20,000
The assistance was from the Department of Health under its Medical Assistance to Indigent and Financially Incapacitated Patients Program, and was made possible through the facilitation of the Office of Congresswoman Doc Nanay Janette Garin.
These contributions provide much-needed relief during challenging times, highlighting community support in moments of need.