By Jeric Meer | Access to quality healthcare services, well-equipped facilities, and skilled professionals is crucial for fostering healthier communities. Through Eramen Minerals, Inc.’s Social Development and Management Program – Development of Host and Neighboring Communities (SDMP-DHNC) initiative, we continue to bridge healthcare gaps by providing vital medical equipment and nutritional support. Recently, we turned over essential medical tools to healthcare facilities in Brgy. Pagatpat, Tubo-Tubo North, and Babuyan. This initiative, with a total investment of ₱96,776.70, directly enhances the capacity of barangay health facilities to provide accurate and efficient medical services. Furthermore, our commitment extends to vulnerable groups, as seen in our nutritional support program in Barangay Lucapon South, where we provided essential food supplements to senior citizens and persons with disabilities, ensuring their well-being and improved quality of life.

By aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being), the SDMP-DHNC Project reinforces inclusive healthcare initiatives. These efforts strengthen early disease detection, enhance nutritional support, and promote a safer and more resilient healthcare environment. Similar projects have been implemented across the municipality of Sta. Cruz, with a total investment of ₱4.5 million dedicated to improving healthcare services and facilities. By prioritizing accessibility and inclusivity, we reaffirm our commitment to public health, empowering frontline health workers, and ensuring that every individual receives the care they deserve. Together, we are building a healthier, more sustainable future for all.