More than 63,000 Ilonggos benefited from free medicine program in Mayor Raisa’s first year

A total of 63,778 Ilonggos benefited from the Iloilo City Government’s free medicine program, Maayo Med, during the first year of Mayor Raisa S. Treñas’ administration.

Launched on August 15, 2025, Maayo Med improves access to safe, quality, and effective medicines through fully operational pharmacies in all 9 District Health Centers and the City Health Office-Main.

According to the Iloilo City Health Office (CHO), the program consistently served more than 3,000 patients each month, reflecting sustained access to essential medicines and improved utilization of primary healthcare services.

One of the beneficiaries, Jocelyn Facto of Molo, who also receives assistance under the PhilHealth YAKAP (Yaman ng Kalusugan Program), shared how the program has eased the financial burden of managing her diabetes.

“Ang akon bulong sa diabetes, libre na guid ya. Sang una, nagapangita pa’ko kon diin ko manghulam. Subong, pwede ko na ini makuha libre sa aton mga sentro,” said Facto.

Beyond free medicines, the city’s Maayo Ilonggo program recorded 92,705 patient consultations from July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026, highlighting the continued demand for accessible healthcare services.

The program strengthens Iloilo City’s healthcare system by providing quality, accessible, and preventive health services through the city’s district health centers. The highest number of consultations was recorded in June 2026, with 13,369 patients served.

Meanwhile, 1,819 Ilonggos benefited from the PhilHealth YAKAP Package during the same period. The highest number of beneficiaries was recorded in October 2025 with 681 recipients, followed by January 2026 with 613, reflecting the city’s efforts to expand healthcare coverage and connect more residents to available health benefits.

Through her administration’s Rise-To-Action Framework under Rising Health and Social Services pillar, Mayor Raisa has consistently emphasized that accessible healthcare remains a key priority, with programs such as Maayo Med, Maayo Ilonggo, and PhilHealth YAKAP ensuring that more Ilonggos receive essential medicines, medical consultations, and financial protection for their health needs. (Iloilo City PIO)