I’m not a medical doctor, not
even in my dreams. I can't imagine myself doing consultations, giving prescriptions, or conducting surgical
operations (I hope I used the right medical terms). Even so, I always
admire their profession. Despite not being in the medical field, I am blessed
to be part of one of their noble activities. Held in a barangay in Pakil,
Laguna, alumni (medical doctors and other professionals) and resident members
of UP Kappa Phi Sigma-CDS organized its 3rd Medical Mission with an
extra. I would say extra because it wasn’t just a medical mission. We also prepared
games for children and adult men and women in addition to the groceries
distributed to every family. Our alumni who were successful in their respective
fields were the sponsors of all the medicines, groceries, vitamins, and cash
prizes.
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Mini Pharmacy
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| Kappan Alumni and Residents |
A day before the actual date of
the medical mission (October 28, 2012), alumni and resident members had socialization in August
Inn, Famy, Laguna. We had dinner followed by videoke bonding with some drinks. The
next day, we had group breakfast before heading to the location where locals
were waiting.
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| Pakil residents during the registration. |
Medical doctors and dentists had
different stations. There were consultations, minor operations, and dental
services. Resident members and some barangay officials assisted the patients
and maintained orderliness in the venue.
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| One of the Doctors doing consultations. |
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| The Doctor giving prescription. |
On the other side of the venue, other
alumni members distribute groceries to families who participated in the event.
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| Kappan alumna handing grocery to a father. |
To make the event lively, there
were games for all ages. The kids were very active and participative.
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| "Pahabaan" Game for Kids |
Senior
citizens also participated in games together with middle-aged men and women.
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| Trip to Jerusalem for men. |
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| Dance Showdown! |
Prizes given were additional groceries, medicines, vitamins, food supplements,
and some cold cash. The organization also gave away special prizes to the
winners of the raffle draw.
After the activity, the team headed
to CASA REAL in Pakil, Laguna, a farm owned by our alumni brother. We
celebrated the success of the activity and it was like a traditional fiesta
where lechon de leche, grilled and fried tilapia, unlimited rice and drinks,
and other recipes were served.
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| Chow Time |
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| Oooops! SARAP! |
The celebration became more special because of
the ambiance which is very natural and relaxing. There were different types of
fruit trees and forest trees around as well as different types of domestic
animals. Before we leave the place, we were given fresh vegetables (pechay,
sitaw, labanos, mustasa) as souvenirs.
On our way back to our own
places, we took a side trip to see the historical and amazing structure of the Church
in Mabitac, Laguna.
It was a long day but I really
enjoyed the experience. See you Kappans on the 4th Medical Mission.
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