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Municipal Forum on Tobacco Control Program Held at the Bataan Government Cente

In the continuous pursuit for a healthier and a 100% smoke-free municipality, a forum on Tobacco Control Program was held at the Bataan Government Center last December 8, 2014 thru the initiative of Dr. Cherrielyne E. Naguit, our Municipal Health Officer, and the continuous support of Mayor Alicia D. Pizarro.

Baranggay representatives, health workers, store owners, school principals, students, tricycle operators, representatives from NGOs, municipal department heads and employees were all present in the event. 

The guest lecturers who graced the event were Mrs. Catherine D. Pelaez, RMT, Provincial Health Office Tobacco Control Program Coordinator, Miss Ma. Theresa Graciela B. Zabala, RN, the Tobacco Control Program Coordinator of the City of Balanga, and Mr. Rommel R. Arriola, Project Officer, Framework Convention on Tobacco Control Alliance, Philippines. 

It was a well-attended forum and Mayor Alicia Pizarro and Dr. Naguit hope to have such activity to impact the constituents of the municipality for a really 100% smoke-free town. This could further help the people of Pilar be healthier and physically fit. 

“For the welfare of many, having a 100% smoke-free municipality can bring more advantage especially to those who do not smoke. From what I know, those who do not smoke but are exposed to those who do are more prone to get sicker than those who do. Although, of course, those who smoke are also prone to sickness. Some smokers might have a negative stand on this but this could be very beneficial to everyone.”, states Councilor Jojo Tallorin.

With the support of everyone from the town of Pilar, we can hope for a truly healthier community free from illnesses caused by smoking.

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