The 9th Infantry (SANDIGAN) Battalion recently conducted a medical and dental mission in Barangays Paraiso and Tinaclipan, both of Milagros, Masbate and Bayombom, Masbate City
Mayor Nanette Magbalon of Milagros supported the conduct of the activity in her municipality. She was, in fact, present in the two barangays. During the opening program, she reiterated her commitment to support the activities of 9IB.
Sister Elviera Arcenas of Think Act Peace Foundation (TAPF) explained that this was the first time that she saw the soldiers, the police and the municipal employees join together for a common undertaking. She expressed her gratitude to the organizers of the activity, especially to LtCol Julian Pacatan of 9IB. She also cited P/Insp Mary Ann Arceo, Milagros Chief of Police, for her support. Brgy Capt Mindo Briol of Brgy Tinaclipan and Brgy Capt Esperanza Gross of Brgy Paraiso, together with her husband Manfred Gross, were all very busy supporting the activity.
On the other hand, the medical and dental activity in Brgy Bayombom had the support of Mayor Socrates Tuazon and Brgy Capt Augustor Erebete. The early preparations made by the barangay officials, the soldiers and other government officials made the affair a success.
The activities were also supported by the 9th Infantry Division who sent personnel to assist 9IB. Cpt Marita Rhodora Penequito MC and 1Lt Kristine Cayco DS traveled all the way from Camarines Sur to participate in the medical and dental mission.
The 3-day activity has benefitted a total of 1,948 less fortunate residents of Masbate as shown below:
| DATE | PLACE | NR OF BENEFICIARIES |
| July 15 | Brgy Paraiso, Milagros | 778 |
| July 16 | Brgy Tinaclipan, Milagros | 909 |
| July 17 | Brgy Bayombom, | 261 |
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