CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — Advancing its commitment to community health and social responsibility, Liceo de Cagayan University, through its College of Nursing and in coordination with the Office of Extension and Service-Learning (OESL), conducted a community health education initiative on August 15, 2026, at Sitio Talongan, Barangay Canitoan, Cagayan de Oro City.
The activity focused on promoting preventive healthcare and strengthening community awareness of common health concerns through practical, evidence-informed health discussions. By bringing healthcare knowledge directly to the community, the initiative sought to encourage informed health decisions and promote healthier everyday practices.
Ms. Mae Jane Vallecera, MN, RN, facilitated a discussion on Hypertension Management, highlighting the importance of blood pressure awareness, preventive measures, and appropriate management practices. Complementing this session, Dr. Judith T. Dalman discussed Home Remedies for Cough and Colds, providing guidance on managing common respiratory symptoms and recognizing the importance of appropriate healthcare.
Dr. Elizabeth C. Lagrito, Dean of the College of Nursing, was also present during the activity, underscoring the College's sustained commitment to community engagement and the integration of academic expertise with meaningful public service.
Beyond the delivery of health information, the initiative reflected the University's approach to extension and service-learning as a means of connecting education with community needs. It highlighted the role of higher education institutions in making health knowledge more accessible and fostering greater awareness of preventive healthcare at the grassroots level.
Aligned with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 3: Good Health and Well-Being and SDG 4: Quality Education, the activity contributed to the University's continuing efforts to promote health education and extend learning opportunities beyond the campus.
Through sustained community extension and service-learning initiatives, Liceo de Cagayan University reaffirms its commitment to transforming academic knowledge into meaningful community engagement, advancing its mission of education, service, and social responsibility.