By: Jerwin Palo Nohay / Photos by: Ericson Delos Reyes
San Isidro, Nueva Ecija — The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) successfully conducted a medical and dental mission on October 17, 2025, in San Isidro, Nueva Ecija, as part of its commitment to public service and community health outreach.
The activity was spearheaded by Dr. Rouel Aparato and Dr. Juliet Diaz, with the support of the PCSO medical team and local volunteers. The mission was organized in response to a formal request from Grand Knight Police Captain Atty. Mark Lawrence Patiag of the Knights of Columbus Council 4277, aiming to provide free healthcare services to underserved residents in remote areas.
A total of 214 individuals benefited from the medical and dental mission, receiving a range of free healthcare services. Of these, 153 patients underwent medical consultations, 38 individuals received dental care, and 23 beneficiaries were provided with electrocardiogram (ECG) examinations, all aimed at addressing the immediate health needs of the local community.
Local residents expressed their gratitude to PCSO for its compassion and dedication to improving community health, as PCSO officials reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to delivering similar health missions across the country, in line with its mandate to serve the Filipino people.
“PCSO, Hindi Umuurong sa Pagtulong!”