03/08/2026
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3 August 2026
El Salvador City warmly welcomed the Nutrition Committee of Gingoog City, Misamis Oriental for a Benchmarking Activity aimed at sharing best practices in the implementation of local nutrition programs.
The delegation, composed of key City Nutrition Committee (CNC) members led by City Health Officer II Dr. Julio Jess R. Ganaban, Jr. and City Nutrition Action Officer Ms. Adeline Tin-ga, paid a courtesy visit to City Mayor Edgar S. Lignes before proceeding to a tour of the Nutrition Building, which houses the Outpatient Therapeutic Care (OTC) Clinic, Amuma Clinic, Central Kitchen, and the soon-to-be-established Human Milk Hub.
During the program proper, City Health Officer II Dr. Miravel C. Tangcalagan delivered a warm welcome message to the delegation. This was followed by the Presentation of El Salvador City's Best Practices in Nutrition by City Nutrition Action Officer Arlie Joy O. Damiles, who highlighted the city's journey in establishing the first Nutrition Building in Region X. The presentation also showcased the innovative strategies, interventions, and best practices that have strengthened nutrition program implementation and contributed to the city's notable accomplishments.
Meanwhile, Assistant City Health Officer Dr. Adrian Jed Garrett J. Lucero emphasized the importance of strong collaboration among the City Nutrition Committee Chairperson, committee members, and various stakeholders. He underscored that effective coordination, coupled with strong policy support and adequate resource allocation from the local government, is essential to ensuring the sustainability and continued success of the city's nutrition programs.
The benchmarking activity served as a valuable platform for the exchange of knowledge, experiences, and innovative approaches that promote improved health and nutrition outcomes. In his response message, Dr. Ganaban expressed the delegation's sincere appreciation to the El Salvador City Nutrition Committee for generously sharing its best practices, experiences, and insights. He emphasized that the learnings gained from the visit would serve as valuable references in further strengthening Gingoog City's own nutrition initiatives.