In celebration of Generics Awareness Month 2025, the Department of Health Bicol Center for Health Development (DOH Bicol CHD) recognized outstanding health facilities and institutions that demonstrated their strong commitment to promoting affordable, accessible, and quality healthcare through the Generics Corner and Advocacy Competition.
The competition aimed to encourage the establishment of Generics Corners–designated areas within health facilities that serve as information and advocacy hubs on the use of generic medicines. Participants showcased their creativity and dedication through educational materials, interactive elements, and advocacy campaigns that highlight the importance of generic medicines in achieving Universal Health Care.
After thorough evaluation of entries across the region, the winners were announced under two categories for the Generics Corner Competition and the Infomercial Competition:
Generics Corner Competition
Category A: Primary Health Care Facilities
1st Place – Viga Municipal Health Office
2nd Place – Rural Health Unit of Libmanan
3rd Place – Naga City Health Office II
Category B: Hospitals and Infirmaries
1st Place – St. Dominic Pharmacy
2nd Place: Bicol Regional General Hospital and Geriatric Medical Center (BRGHGMC)
Infomercial Competition:
1st Place – Diana De Leon (Sorsogon State University)
2nd Place – Municipal Health Office of Camaligan
3rd Place – Aisarhea Mikaella Lorico (Bicol University Tabaco Campus)
Through this initiative, DOH Bicol continues to strengthen public awareness and advocacy on the benefits of generic medicines, emphasizing that they are equally safe, effective, and of the same quality as branded counterparts, but offered at a more affordable cost.
The Generics Corner and Generics Infomercial Competition reflects DOH Bicol’s ongoing efforts to empower both healthcare providers and the public to make informed choices that contribute to a more equitable and sustainable healthcare system for every Bicolano.
Source: DOH Bicol CHD