2025 Design for Global Health Competition

Jagna is a coastal town in Bohol where the local economy is driven primarily by agriculture, fishing and small-scale industries. It has a growing tourism sector that takes advantage of its rich cultural heritage and scenic coastal areas. However, the rural setting presents economic challenges. The annual income per families in Philippines is 326,940 pesos (5900 USD) in which the majority economic activities rely heavily on primary industries (PSA, 2024).

Healthcare, in particular, is a pressing concern. As Jagna's medical facilities are often under-resourced, many residents rely on limited primary health care facilities or distant urban centers for advanced care. According to the government health data on the Central Visayas region, where the municipality of Jagna is located, the most common ones that are seen are upper respiratory diseases, hypertension, diabetes, skin disease and infections. Besides, there are frequent outbreaks of dengue fever and tuberculosis in specified periods such as the aftermath of natural disaster and hot and rainy months.