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Breakthrough & Milestones Productions International Inc. (BMPI), the parent company of UNTV, formally entered into new healthcare partnerships with Chinese General Hospital and Medical Center (CGHMC) and Fe Del Mundo Medical Center through separate Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signing activities, led on behalf of BMPI-UNTV by Public Service Department Director Lanilyn Joy Apinado. The agreements reflect a shared commitment to advancing public service, safeguarding media welfare, and strengthening community-based collaboration.

Chinese General Hospital Partnership: Supporting the Media as Public Servants

The partnership with Chinese General Hospital and Medical Center was formalized on December 11, 2025, during CGHMC’s Media Appreciation Day, where the hospital presented updates on the Chinese General Hospital Social Development Foundation, Inc. and showcased enhancements to its facilities and medical capabilities, including an upgraded laparoscopic system.

Under the MOA, accredited members of the press are entitled to a 30 percent discount on room accommodations and special rates for selected laboratory and diagnostic services. CGHMC emphasized that these benefits form part of its broader mission to support institutions that perform essential public service functions.

CGHMC President and CEO Kelly Sia noted that the agreement recognizes the media’s indispensable role in nation-building. Beyond its operational provisions, the partnership affirms the press’s contribution to transparency, accountability, and informed public discourse—values closely aligned with the hospital’s commitment to compassionate and socially responsive healthcare.

Fe Del Mundo Medical Center Partnership: Advancing Collaborative Public Service

In a separate ceremony held on December 15, 2025, Fe Del Mundo Medical Center formally established its partnership with BMPI through the Signing of a Memorandum of Agreement.

The MOA was signed by Public Service Department Director Lanilyn Joy Apinado for BMPI-UNTV, together with Ms. Roselle Marie D. Azucena, Chief Operating Officer, and Dr. Jennie A. Wong, Medical Director of Fe Del Mundo Medical Center. The agreement reflects a shared intent to pursue initiatives that strengthen cooperation between the media and the healthcare sector.

Both institutions underscored the importance of cross-sector collaboration in extending service beyond traditional boundaries. Through this partnership, BMPI and Fe Del Mundo Medical Center aim to develop programs that promote accessible healthcare while supporting media professionals who play a critical role in public information and community awareness.

Strengthening Public Service Leadership

Speaking on the significance of the partnerships, Ms. Lanilyn Joy Apinado, Public Service Department Director of BMPI-UNTV, emphasized that meaningful public service is built through institutions working together to address real and evolving needs. She noted that these agreements reinforce BMPI-UNTV’s commitment to protecting the welfare of media practitioners while expanding opportunities for service-driven collaboration with trusted healthcare partners.

Through these strategic alliances, BMPI-UNTV continues to advance its mission of service—demonstrating that responsible media, supported by responsive institutions, remains a vital pillar of an informed and resilient society.

‍Sitio Tigbaw, a remote Indigenous community in Talacogon, Agusan del Sur, faces numerous challenges in its quest for survival.

The community’s primary concern is securing necessities like potable water and food. The red soil lacks essential nutrients, hindering plant growth and limiting poultry cultivation due to its limited resources.

The daily lives of the approximately 30 households of the Talaandig tribe, comprising around 200 residents, are characterized by limited access to food and water. Fetching clean water from mountain springs consumes hours daily, leaving them susceptible to waterborne diseases. Healthcare remains an unattainable dream. Moreover, the inherent dangers of the mountain environment pose additional risks to their well-being.

Medical missions are sporadic, leaving illnesses untreated and malnutrition unaddressed. Children grow weak without regular checkups, their bellies distended by bacteria from bare feet. Parents struggle without access to medicine, while the elderly endure their conditions in silence.

One resident’s poignant recollection encapsulates the frustration and helplessness they faced:

“They promised to return monthly to check the children’s health, but they never came. Our children grew weaker, and we were left with no choice but to wait.”

Despite these hardships, Sitio Tigbaw demonstrates remarkable resilience. Children frolic along dirt paths, families gather around simple meals, and neighbors lend a helping hand. Their resilience is a testament to generations of survival in the mountains.

However, the community’s journey towards a better life took a turning point when help finally reached Sitio Tigbaw.

Through the collective efforts of UNTV’s Serbisyong Bayanihan, the Members Church of God International, community volunteers, and local government units, Sitio Tigbaw received vital assistance. Residents received medical and dental services, shared meals, and access to essential medicines that significantly improved their daily lives.

Beyond immediate relief, lasting solutions were implemented to transform their daily routines. Solar lights illuminated their homes at night, while a water hose system made clean water easily accessible throughout the community. These improvements alleviated their daily burdens and instilled a renewed sense of hope.

More than promises

Sitio Tigbaw’s needs transcend one-time charity; they require a sustained commitment. Their story is not about grand gestures; it is about listening to communities that have been overlooked, respecting their voices, and establishing pathways for sustainable support.

A call for inclusion

Sitio Tigbaw serves as a reminder of a fundamental truth: no Filipino should be too distant, impoverished, or isolated to access healthcare, food, water, and light. Their voices resonate with a call for attention, not just today but in the years to come.

‍To witness their journey and hear the voices of Sitio Tigbaw, watch the special feature of Serbisyong Bayanihan.