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News from Tzu Chi Philippines missions, ceremonies and community work across the country.
A new knee gives her a new lease on life
After years of tolerating the pain of osteoarthritis, Pilar Ang Si undergoes surgery with help from Tzu Chi.
Empowering Indigenous Communities with free healthcare
Tzu Chi’s 290th medical mission provided free check-ups, treatments, and medicines to underserved Mangyan families, sparking stories of gratitude and a call to serve others.
Tzu Chi conducts its 290th medical mission in Victoria, Mindoro
Healthcare workers, volunteers, and local officials worked together to deliver free medical services to thousands of patients, including Indigenous Peoples.
Minor surgeries yield major life-changing results
At Tzu Chi’s 290th medical mission in Oriental Mindoro, a simple cyst removal instantly improves quality of life.
Tzu Chi’s 290th Medical Mission
Despite rough seas and long travel, the Tzu Chi Foundation successfully held its 290th Medical Mission in Victoria, Oriental Mindoro on May 23–24, providing free medical, dental, pediatric, OB-Gyne, and surgical services, along with medicines and care, to thousands of underserved beneficiaries, including Mangyan communities with limited access to healthcare.
Surgery That Changes Lives
At Tzu Chi Foundation’s 290th Medical Mission in Victoria, Mindoro, on May 23 and 24, a team of 12 volunteer surgeons and nurses from Tzu Chi International Medical Association performed minor procedures on 115 patients. While the cases mostly involved the removal of non-cancerous cysts, patients felt instant relief and gratitude for doctors’ expertise and kindness. For TIMA surgeon Leonard Lao, each opportunity to help is a privilege. “When you continue giving blessings to others,” he says, “the blessings continue to be poured upon you.”
Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool Philippines marks its first Moving Up Ceremony of the toddler class
Toddlers shine on stage with lively performances, touching moments, and award recognitions
Tzu Chi’s welding course receives TESDA certification
The milestone means the course meets world standards
Preschoolers use art and inventions to interpret Tzu Chi’s teachings
They also sold their creations for a cause
A new home with care and belonging for Perla
Tzu Chi Foundation helps retired teacher and stroke survivor Perla Tan move to a facility for seniors in Valenzuela.