By Darryl John Esguerra
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Monday led the turnover and inspection of the Learning Continuity Space (LCS) and the rollout of the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation’s (PhilHealth) Yaman ng Kalusugan (YAKAP) Program at Kalinga Caravan in Bogo City, Cebu, as part of the government’s efforts to support communities affected by the September 2025 earthquake.
The initiatives aim to help ensure the continuity of education while providing primary healthcare services to students, teachers, and residents in areas impacted by the disaster.
During the visit, Marcos inspected the newly established LCS, a durable modular classroom equipped with solar power and internet connectivity, designed to ensure uninterrupted learning while damaged school facilities are repaired or rebuilt.
The facility is part of the government’s nationwide plan to build 1,134 LCS units, benefiting more than 51,000 students across the country.
Alongside the education support, the government also launched the YAKAP at Kalinga Caravan, which delivered free laboratory tests, diagnostic examinations, medical consultations, medicines, and reading glasses for teachers and students.
Under the YAKAP program, beneficiaries may receive up to PHP20,000 worth of free medicines per year, expanding access to healthcare services in communities.
The Office of the President also provided additional support during the event, including a Starlink internet kit, 181 school bags for Kinder and Grade 1 pupils, and 800 packed meals for participants.
The activity forms part of the national government’s post-disaster recovery efforts in northern Cebu, which was among the areas hit by the earthquake last year. (PNA)
