South Cotabato's 7th Provincial Health Summit banner	Dr. Alah Baby Vigno, South Cotabato Prov. Health Officer, & Prof. Mata

The Province of South Cotabato issued a Certificate of Appreciation for Academe to UP Mindanao at their 7th Provincial Health Summit on November 24, 2023, on the theme, "Universal Health Care: Advancing Innovation Towards Healthier South Cotabato."

The Integrated Provincial Health Office of South Cotabato issued the recommendation in recognition of UPMin's support through the COVID-19 data analytics provided during the pandemic through the Disease Watch & Analytics (DiWA) center. In addition, for the UPMin Office of Research's publication support for the province's Universal Health Care Manual.

UPMin's Office of Research director and DiWA program leader, Prof. May Anne E. Mata, received the award on behalf of UP Mindanao. 

The Provincial Government of South Cotabato also issued certificates of appreciation to local government officials, medical centers, NGO partners, and other government agencies involved in provincial public health.    

These efforts address the Sustainable Development Goals #3 Good Health & Well-Being, and #11 Sustainable Cities & Communities in Mindanao.

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