Symposium Discusses Findings on Universal Health Care and Primary Care Services
What happened
The first Unilab Foundation Executive Symposium was held on September 28, 2026, at the Bayanihan Center in Pasig City. The event brought together national and local government officials, health experts, and development partners to discuss how cities and provinces can implement universal health care policies. Discussions focused on strengthening health financing, primary care, and local planning. Maria Leonor showcased her city’s approach to primary health care data governance, while Arthur Defensor Jr., Cebu Gov. Pamela Baricuatro, and others shared their experiences in implementing universal health care programs.
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Why it matters
The symposium examined how to transform universal health care policies into responsive community services at the grassroots level. The discussions highlighted priorities for improving health services and addressing challenges in local government unit (LGU) health systems. These findings are relevant to the ongoing exploration of primary care services in various localities.
Cebu is hosting a meeting regarding primary care services, where local government units and rural health units are exploring school-based registration.
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Who's involved
- Arthur Defensor Jr.Advocates for development projects concerning the Batiano River and holds a representative role in the Iloilo provincial government.
- Maria LeonorCity leader whose approach to primary care data governance was presented at the symposium.
- Ateneo School of GovernmentGraduate school that contributes expertise and hosts professionals in the Philippine state apparatus.
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The entities involved
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Arthur Defensor Jr.
Philippine politician, b. 1969
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Ateneo School of Government
Graduate school under the Ateneo de Manila University
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Bangsamoro
region in the Philippines