NCMH celebrates National Hospital Week

The National Center for Mental Health joins the rest of the hospitals in the country in celebrating the National Hospital Week on August 6-12, 2005.

Dr. Bernardino A. Vicente, NCMH Medical Center Chief delivers an inspirational message during the launching of National Hospital Week at NCMH.

The National Hospital Week is observed nationwide every year to underline the role of hospitals in nation building. Presidential Proclamation No. 181 s. 1993 issued by former President Ramos declared August 6-12 as the National Hospital Week to coincide with birthday of Honorable Dr. Sixto Orosa, considered as the founder of hospital system in the country. Prior to this, the National Hospital Day was observed on May 12.

The theme of this year’s celebration is Ospital at Mamamayan Magkabalikat sa Kalusugan ng Bayan. The aim of this year’s celebration is to improve the quality of health care delivery by increasing awareness of the special roles of hospitals as Centers of Wellness in partnership with other stakeholders in the health sector.

Among the activities lined up for this year are:
Motorcade
Hataw
Mr. and Ms. Health Philippines 2005 pageant
Claim to Fame, A Variety Show featuring hospital directors, personnel of the Department of Health and celebrities

In addition, each hospital has come up with their own program to observe the event.

The National Center for Mental Health has scheduled the following activities:
Open House – All Pavilions
Free Consultation Medical-Surgical Infirmary
Free selected laboratory procedures
Free dental check up, extraction and limited filling
Asthma Clinic
Chest Clinic
Seminar on Work Related Stress Management
 

Winners in the NCMH 2005 Summer Sportsfest were awarded during the launching of the National Hospital Week at NCMH.  Photo shows the Medical Team, winner of the HATAW competition.