Manama : Al Hilal Healthcare Group, in proud collaboration with the Philippine Embassy in the Kingdom of Bahrain, successfully launched the Healthy Pinoy Campaign 2025 earlier today at the Muharraq Ballroom.
The event was graced by the presence of Her Excellency Anne Jalando-on Louis, Ambassador
of the Republic of the Philippines to the Kingdom of Bahrain, along with Consul Bryan Jess T.
Baguio, Labor Attaché Orville Ballitoc, Welfare Officer Juvilyn Anns Gumabay, SSS
Representative John Sibbaluca, Assistance-to-Nationals Officer Lucia Ramirez, Embassy Staff
Julius Mamaclay, and senior officials from Al Hilal Healthcare Group including Dr. Sharath
Chandran, CEO, and Mr. Asif Mohammad, Vice President. The event was also attended by
members of the media and key influencers from the local blogging community.
Building on the success of last year’s initiative, this year’s campaign once again underscores a
shared commitment to the health and well-being of the Filipino community in Bahrain. The
Healthy Pinoy Campaign 2025 offers free health checkups for all Filipinos across Bahrain
throughout the month of August across all Al Hilal branches.
The official campaign will kick off on Friday, August 1, 2025, at Al Hilal Medical Center –
Manama Central Branch, featuring:
Free blood testing starting from 7:30 AM, covering:
o Blood sugar
o Total cholesterol
o Kidney function (Creatinine)
o Liver screening (SGPT)
o Uric acid
Complimentary doctor consultations for evaluation of test results
Consular Outreach Services provided by the Philippine Embassy, including support
from MWO, OWWA, and SSS
A special health awareness talk on “A Healthy Diet for a Healthy Body and Prevention
of Hypertension and Diabetes” by Dr. Naoufal Nazarudeen from 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Her Excellency Ambassador Anne Jalando-on Louis expressed gratitude to Al Hilal Healthcare
Group for their continued generosity and support. “I am truly grateful for this collaboration. We understand that hosting such a campaign comes at a cost, and I sincerely thank Al Hilal for consistently stepping forward with such generosity. For the Embassy, the health and welfare of our nationals is a top priority. Initiatives like these not only improve lives but also strengthen the diplomatic ties between embassies and private sector partners. We want the Filipino community to know that the Healthy Pinoy Campaign will now be held every August in collaboration with Al Hilal healthcare Group.”
Dr. Sharath Chandran, CEO of Al Hilal Healthcare Group, also shared his remarks:
“Thank you to the Philippine Embassy for their unwavering support. As a leading healthcare provider in the Kingdom, Al Hilal is committed to supporting the Filipino community through continued access to quality healthcare. We will continue to champion such initiatives that promote wellness and accessibility. I would also like to extend my sincere appreciation to Her Excellency Ambassador Anne Jalando-on Louis for her inspiring leadership and dedication to the welfare of the Filipino people in Bahrain. Her proactive engagement and warmth have played a key role in the success of this collaboration.”
The “Healthy Pinoy Campaign 2025” marks a significant milestone in promoting healthcare
accessibility and awareness among Filipino nationals in Bahrain, reinforcing the commitment of
both Al Hilal Healthcare Group and the Philippine Embassy in fostering the well-being of the
community.
