MEMBERS of the Sangguniang Kabataan from various barangays of Caloocan City attended a summit on the human immunodeficiency virus conducted by the City Health Department.

The conference focused on disseminating accurate information about HIV, including preventive measures, myth-busting, and potential treatments. It aimed to empower youth leaders to spread awareness within their communities.

Mayor Dale Gonzalo ‘Along’ Malapitan congratulated the CHD for the successful event, highlighting its importance in supplementing existing health programs for those with HIV and emphasizing the city government’s commitment to providing top-notch medical assistance for everyone.

“Lubos po tayong nagpapasalamat sa CHD at sa lahat ng mga dumalo sa ating programa upang mas mapalago at maipakalat ang tamang kaalaman ukol sa HIV, para na rin kapakanan ng lahat ng mga Batang Kankaloo,” the local chief executive said.

“Bilang mga opisyal ng Sangguniang Kabataan, kabahagi kayong lahat ng adbokasiya ng pamahalaang lungsod na bigyan ang lahat ng ating mga kababayan ng tama at angkop na serbisyo-medikal, lalo na laban sa mga ‘di-karaniwang sakit na dulot ng HIV,” he added.

The mayor also acknowledged the need for a safer, more inclusive space for HIV-positive individuals and assured that his administration would continue working with stakeholders to improve ongoing programs addressing the issue.

“Isa lamang po ito sa mga maliliit ngunit mabisang hakbang upang gawing mas ligtas at malayo sa diskriminasyon ang mga kababayan nating mayroong HIV, kaya asahan niyong patuloy tayong makikinig at makikipagtulungan upang mas mapaganda pa ang mga lahat ng ating mga programang pangkalusugan,” the mayor declared.