Accessible Public Healthcare
Universal Healthcare Access, Well-Equipped Health Centers, and Free Medicines
Equipping district hospitals, expanding barangay health stations, and ensuring essential medicines reach every neighborhood.
Civic Significance for Davao City
Health is a fundamental human right. Under this priority, the City Government of Davao works in close coordination with the Department of Health and Southern Philippines Medical Center (SPMC) to deliver accessible, preventative, and specialized medical care. By modernizing 17 District Health Centers, expanding village health outposts, and ensuring free maintenance medicines for chronic illnesses, no Dabawenyo is left behind in times of medical need.
Key Municipal Initiatives & Programs
District Health Centers & Barangay Outposts
Operating fully staffed community clinics offering free prenatal checkups, immunization, dental care, tuberculosis treatment (DOTS), and clinical consultations.
Free Maintenance Medicine Distribution
Monthly allocation of hypertension, diabetes, and cardiovascular maintenance medicines distributed directly through barangay health workers.
Maternal, Newborn & Child Health Guarantee
Comprehensive newborn screening, maternal nutrition packages, and accredited lying-in birthing centers to reduce maternal and infant mortality to near zero.
Responsible City Departments & Lead Agencies
Civic Indicators & Budget Context
Dedicated annual funding for local clinics, medical supplies, vaccines, and doctor salaries.
Full-service primary care facilities covering urban, suburban, and rural population clusters.
The largest tertiary training and research hospital in the Philippines located in Bajada, Davao City.
How Dabawenyos Can Monitor & Access This Pillar
Residents can visit their local Barangay Health Station to register for free routine blood pressure checks, diabetes screening, child immunizations, and free monthly maintenance medicine allotments.