BEST in Bataan features “ZUMBUNTIS”

“Be fit, Eat nutritious foods, Stop smoking and Tame alcohol” (BEST)

CITY of BALANGA, Bataan – In line with the vision of the province of Bataan to attain the highest Human Development Index in the Philippines, the Provincial Health Office (PHO) in partnership with the Department of Health (DoH) – Regional Office 3 and the different local government units, launched the project “ZUMBUNTIS” last January 29, 2016 at the Bataan Capitol Grounds. The activity aims to promote healthy lifestyle and healthy pregnancy.

Fifty (50) expectant mothers on their 3rd trimester of pregnancy participated in the ZUMBUNTIS with their respective Municipal Health Officers and Maternal & Child Health (MCH) Coordinators.

The dance was led by licensed zumba instructors from Mariveles Mental hospital; Ms. Roselyn Mararac and Ms. Maria Jessica Alcanzaren. Afterwards, lectures on safe motherhood, responsible parenting, oral health and HIV & STIs were delivered by Dr. Rosanna M. Buccahan, Ms. Rosana Diuco, Mr. Jemuel Bornolia and Ms. Joanamary Magpoc at the Provincial Health Office MCH Hall.