DigiPlus and BingoPlus Foundation Continue Lifesaving Medical Missions in Southern Philippines

As part of their ongoing commitment to improve healthcare access across underserved regions, DigiPlus and the BingoPlus Foundation have intensified their medical aid efforts in the southern provinces of the Philippines.

In its continued commitment to providing accessible healthcare to underserved communities, DigiPlus Interactive Corporation and its corporate social responsibility arm, BingoPlus Foundation, expanded theirbhealthcare initiatives through its KalusuganPLUS Program in the southern provinces in the country for the first quarter of 2025.

BingoPlus Foundation, the corporate social responsibility (CSR) arm of DigiPlus

Interactive, continues to uplift communities through programs like the KalusuganPLUS:

Medical Mission providing free check-ups, diagnostic tests, and medicines to hundreds

of beneficiaries.

Helping Communities Combat Dengue in Palawan

The Foundation gave direct response to the alarming dengue surge in Palawan, where Department of

Health- MIMAROPA recorded 7,060 dengue cases, with Narra, Palawan contributing 1,111 cases and 7

fatalities, the highest in the province.

KalusuganPLUS Program launched a two-day medical mission in Barangay Princess Urduja and Barangay Antipluan, Narra, Palawan, last March 6 and March 7. Volunteer doctors, together with municipal health workers, provided free medical services to a total of 1,300 residents across 12 barangays, primarily aimed at boosting immunization against various illnesses and

viral diseases including dengue. 

Aside from the volunteer doctors, Narra’s barangay health workers assisted in the

medical screening and physical examination.

Furthermore, residents received education on dengue prevention, specially focusing on necessary precautions and sanitation practices that can easily be implemented within their households.

“Our partnership with DigiPlus and BingoPlus Foundation has been invaluable in addressing our

community’s healthcare needs. This initiative provided much-needed services while reinforcing efforts in

disease prevention and public health education. We are truly grateful for this collaboration, which has

significantly improved the well-being of our residents,” said Dr. Gina Tagyab, Municipal Health Officer of

Narra.

Bridging Medical Gaps in Quezon Province

Access to healthcare remains a pressing challenge for the residents of Mulanay, Quezon Province, where

the absence of a local hospital severely limits medical support for its 50,000 residents. 

According to Dr. Ma. Melissa Tesalona, Municipality Health Unit Head of Mulanay, residents must travel 30 to 40 minutes to reach the nearest hospital in a neighboring town, a sad journey, especially for senior citizens and patients needing regular checkups and medications. “We often run out of essential medicines and vitamins for elderly population who rely heavily on consistent treatment,” she shared.

Recognizing the urgent healthcare gap, BingoPlus Foundation stepped in through its KalusuganPLUS

Program. In collaboration with the Mulanay’s Health Unit and Mulunay Central Elementary Alumni

Association, the foundation conducted a two-day medical mission from April 11 to 12, 2025.

After their consultations, patients received free medicines and vitamins for at least one

month of medication (depending on the prescription of the doctors). Additionally,

volunteer doctors conducted health awareness sessions on disease prevention,

particularly focusing on illnesses common during the hot season

The initiative provided free medical consultations, basic health screenings, and medication to over 1,200 residents, delivering critical care directly to the community’s doorstep. The majority of the patients, aged between 35 to 75, sought treatment for chronic illnesses such as high blood pressure, arthritis, and diabetes.

Ensuring every Filipino has access to primary healthcare

“At BingoPlus Foundation, we believe that access to quality healthcare is a fundamental right, not a

privilege. Through our KalusuganPLUS Medical Mission, we aim to bridge the healthcare gap by offering free consultations, checkups, and preventive care. Beyond addressing immediate health concerns, we empower communities with knowledge on disease prevention and overall well-being,” said Paul Tamayo,

BingoPlus Foundation’s Program Manager for Health and Resilience.

With an unwavering commitment to public service, DigiPlus and BingoPlus Foundation continue to

advance healthcare access nationwide. Beyond medical missions, the foundation supports flu

vaccinations, optical missions for senior citizens, HIV awareness campaigns, breast cancer advocacy,

and grants for hospitals and healthcare facilities.

To know more about the social development programs of BingoPlus Foundation, visit

https://digiplus.com.ph/bingoplus-foundation/

DigiPlus Interactive Empowers 75,000+ Filipinos for Typhoon Season Resilience

 In response to the devastating impact of Typhoon Carina on Metro Manila and parts of Luzon, DigiPlus Interactive, through its social development arm, BingoPlus Foundation, mobilized significant resources to support affected communities and strengthen resilience in barangays amidst the typhoon season ahead.

Digibuddy volunteers joined BingoPlus Foundation in delivering essentials to affected communities.

In coordination with the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), the Foundation distributed essential goods to 15,160 households in NCR and affected provinces or an estimated 75,800 individuals. “Digibuddy” employee volunteers joined in repacking activities and distribution of relief goods in barangays across Marikina, Valenzuela, Navotas, Rizal, Bulacan and Pampanga.

The Foundation further provided rice and milk to the DSWD Pag-Abot Center and other shelters for abandoned children and elderly, in support of 787 homeless individuals rescued and housed in halfway homes. These initiatives align with the Foundation’s advocacy pillar focused on Community Resilience.

 

In the days leading up to Typhoon Carina, BingoPlusFoundation’s Barangay Bigayan efforts centered on bolstering the resilience of vulnerable communities. In Bulacan, a total of 610 residents in Norzagaray, including members of the nomadic Dumagat community, received a rainwater catchment tank and household water filtration systems, in partnership with Waves 4 Water. The initiative aimed to empower barangays with sustainable access to clean water amidst the impact of climate change.

 

Furthermore, the children of Dike Adwas Elementary School received emergency go bags and disaster preparedness training in a fun and engaging way through the donation of “Masters of Disaster” learning game sets designed by the Asia Society for Social Improvement and Sustainable Transformation. These efforts underscore the companies' commitment to not only provide immediate relief but also to invest in long-term resilience and disaster preparedness.

 

The ongoing support aligns with the 10 million pesos commitment made during BingoPlus Day in Cebu, which continues to assist affected Filipinos in their recovery. DigiPlusInteractive and BingoPlus Foundation are actively engaging with public and private partners to rehabilitate livelihoods impacted by the typhoon and to enhance disaster response capabilities in vulnerable communities.

 

As the country anticipates more typhoons in the months ahead, DigiPlus Interactive and BingoPlus Foundation remain dedicated to building a stronger, more resilient Philippines.