The Department of Health – Bicol Center for Health Development conducted the 2nd Bicol Immunization Summit with the theme “Arangkadang Pagbabakuna: Proteksyon para sa Bawat Pamilyang Pilipino” on May 14, 2025, at the Vela Hotel, Legazpi City.

The activity was in celebration of the World Immunization Week 2025 and aimed to continue the “Humanly Possible” campaign with a forward look on the importance of ensuring more people, especially children, are vaccinated.

On behalf of DILG 5 Regional Director Atty. Arnaldo E. Escober, Jr., CESO III, Supervising Administrative Officer Pia Salameño represented the Department, together with several DILG City and Municipal Local Government Operations Officers (C/MLGOOs). Their participation underscored the role of DILG in capacitating and mobilizing LGUs to actively support and implement national health programs such as the National Immunization Program (NIP), especially at the community level.

The summit gathered a wide array of stakeholders, including NIP Coordinators, Health Officers, local chief executives, partner agencies, and representatives from various sectors. It served as a platform to strengthen inter-agency collaboration toward a healthier and well-immunized Bicolano community.