Heildenberg Dimarucot, News, Communication Management Office
In a two-day medical mission that embodied the true spirit of Bayanihan, the Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP), through its Medical Services Department, partnered with United Laboratories, Inc. (UNILAB) to provide free annual physical examinations to over 500 employees, administrators, staff, security personnel, and student-athletes.
The initiative, part of UNILAB’s 80th anniversary celebration and corporate social responsibility (CSR) program, marked the pharmaceutical company’s first collaboration with a state university for a large-scale holistic health mission. The event offered comprehensive healthcare services, including screening and assessment, laboratory testing, medical consultations, and medicine compliance guidance, ensuring that each participant received a complete and professional evaluation.
Participants saved an estimated ?5,000 worth of medical expenses through the free services, making the program not just a health initiative but a significant act of economic relief for PUP’s workforce. For many employees, the convenience of having such services within the campus meant they no longer needed to take time off work to access quality medical care.
“We are very happy that the University exerts its effort to provide comprehensive medical services for employees like us. We no longer need to file a leave just to get a medical laboratory — it’s already here, accessible and free,” shared one participant.
PUP’s Medical Services Department emphasized that the project reflects its commitment to the health and well-being of the university community, highlighting that accessible and preventive healthcare is vital to sustaining productivity and morale.
“In order to serve better, we must be in our optimum condition — free of any kind of disease. A sound mind must also have a well-nourished body. This must complement each other,” Dr. Liza Yanes, Head of the PUP Medical Services Department.
The collaboration between PUP and UNILAB also reinforces broader national goals under Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 3: Good Health and Well-being, promoting preventive healthcare and workplace wellness. With increasing health risks due to stress and sedentary work patterns, such partnerships between educational institutions and private organizations serve as vital models for inclusive and sustainable healthcare access in the country.
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