We are thrilled to announce that the City Health Department of Catbalogan has been accredited as a Level 2 Adolescent‑Friendly Health Facility (AFHF). This remarkable accomplishment highlights your unwavering commitment to delivering youth‑centered, quality health services that truly meet the needs of adolescents in our community.
Our sincere appreciation goes to EVCHD evaluation team led by Leo F. Erne, Dr. Hazel M. De Asis, and Wilma M. Ruiz for their visionary guidance, and to WHO Technical Specialist Rodolfo T. Anacan and the Provincial Adolescent Coordinator Marjonette Fae L. Robles and Sharon D. Uy and OIC-PHO Madeleine H. Ampatin for their continuous support and partnership. Also thank you Governor Ann Tan for supporting the Adolescent Program for the Youth in Samar.
A huge shout‑out to every staff member, health workers, and administrators of the City Health Department Catbalogan for your relentless dedication, teamwork, and passion in making adolescent health a priority. Your efforts are shaping a healthier, brighter future for the youth of Catbalogan!
Let’s celebrate this well‑deserved achievement and keep moving forward together!