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Cebuanos develop disinfectant-spraying booths for hospitals in Cebu

The world is fighting together against the spread of CoVID-19. Every country, down to the local government units and the citizens, works on their own ways and strategies to combat the pandemic. And the Cebuanos are shining in times of pandemic.

After a fellow Cebuano develop a mobile app to help trace locations of CoVID-19 PUMs or PUIs, comes another heartwarming news of a team of Cebuanos setting up disinfectant-spraying booths, also known as the SunnyTation Tents, for the public and private hospitals in Cebu, major public spaces, and vulnerable communities.

The SunnyTation Tent is a chamber installed with a sprinkler system that mists out a disinfectant solution for individuals prior to entering a public space.

The first Sunnytation has been recently installed at Chong Hua Hospital – Mandaue. Meanwhile, the first batch of ‘Sunnytations’ will be rolled out in selected hospitals in Cebu, supermarkets, pubic markets, pharmacies, PUV terminals, and BPO offices.

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COVID-19 Cebu

As the threat of the Coronavirus 2019 or COVID-19 rises every day, the Cebu province has taken a proactive approach and is pulling all stops in protecting the island. Here’s everything you need to know about COVID-19 and its symptoms: https://sugbo.ph/2020/corona-virus-in-cebu/

With this, an Executive Order was issued for the implementation of the drastic but necessary measures to avoid the spread of the virus. For more information, head on to: https://sugbo.ph/2020/cebu-implements-drastic-measures/

If you are sick and think you have symptoms of COVID-19, seek medical attention, call the local Coronavirus Health Information Line for advice: 0922-397-2334 / 0943-568-3298 / (032) 402-3091 / (032) 402-1269.

LIST: Online stores in Cebu for groceries, fresh produce and delivery services

The Enhanced Community Quarantine is just around the corner. Soon, there will only be one person allowed in every household to buy the necessary supplies.

Though it is still possible to go out, there is still no safer place than our own homes.

Well worry not because we now present you a list of pages that deliver your basic necessities. They can bring you your groceries, fresh produce and other healthy products.

5 ONLINE GROCERIES

  1. OMG (Oh My Genie): website / Facebook Page
  2. Gaisano Grand Malls (see below for list of participating branches)
  3. Cebu Online Grocery Services: Facebook Page
  4. New Creations Food’s Inc.: Facebook Page
  5. Landers Superstore Cebu: www.landers.ph

1. OMG (Oh My Genie)

Order process:

  1. Go to their website to order and add items.
  2. After placing your items in your cart, proceed to checkout.
  3. On the Checkout – Payment page, select the Pay with Cash option.
  4. You will receive an order confirmation email after you have placed your order.
  5. You can now send a payment for the amount indicated at the Grand Total. Send proof of payment (screenshot/photo and reference number) by replying to the order confirmation email.

Order links:

Payment process:

  • Allowed Payment Process: At this time, they only process pre-paid orders. Payment must be made at least 24 hours before the selected delivery slot.
  • Deposit to BPI: You can use fund transfer via your bank’s mobile app, GCash or PayMaya

2. Gaisano Grand Malls Cebu

Requirement: First of all, you will need a Viber account to order. Viber is a mobile app that can be downloaded for free on iOS or Android devices. Once set up, this will be synced to your mobile number.

Participating Branches:

  • Gaisano Talamban
  • Gaisano Fiestamall Tabunok
  • Gaisano JaiAlai
  • Gaisano Minglanilla
  • Gaisano Mandaue North
  • Gaisano Liloan
  • Gaisano Mactan branches

Note:

  1. A Viber account is needed for Shop & Go transactions.
  2. Orders made not later than 12NN of the day are guaranteed to be prepared for the same day’s pick-up.
  3. All orders will be cancelled if payment is not made within 24 hours.

Step-by-step guide:

  1. Open Viber account and prepare ‘Send to’ number on your preferred branch.
    • Talamban: Viber # 0977-284-7578
    • Tabunok: Viber # 0917-843-3179
    • Jai-Alai: Viber # 0905-889-5571
    • Liloan: Viber # 0927-304-1618
    • Minglanilla: Viber # 0933-476-8041
    • Mactan: Viber # 0932-976-9105
    • Mandaue North: Viber # 0915-019-7308
  2. Provide the following details:
    • Complete name
    • Address
    • Contact number (Viber)
    • Nearby Branch:
    • Grocery list:
  3. Wait for the check-out reference number.
  4. Online payment options:
    • BDO (00-268-800-3570) Reference #:
    • MBTC (172-7-172-51299-9) Reference #:
    • Cash or card upon pick-up
  5. Pick-up options:
    • 3rd party delivery service: Customer books and pays for the delivery fee.
    • Store pick-up: Present your checkout reference number to the designated online Shop & Go lanes. Cut-off time is at 5PM.

3. Cebu Online Grocery Services

Order process:

  1. Write down all your grocery needs and Private message on their Facebook Page.
  2. The message should contain:
    • Complete Name:
    • Mobile Phone Number:
    • Address to be delivered:
    • Time and Date to be delivered:
    • Items to buy:
  3. Once the order is placed, we will buy the items for you and deliver it straight to your house the next day on the time that you prefer to have it delivered.
  4. On-the-day delivery will have an extra charge.
  5. We offer Cash On Delivery and receipts will be provided to you as well.
  6. Cebu and Mandaue area only. Consolacion, Lapu-Lapu, Talisay will have an extra charge of 200. For beyond these areas we add another 200 per municipality. Also, subject for approval
  7. Prices are depending on the market you preferred, receipts will be given on delivery.
  8. You can also choose which supermarket you want us to shop!
    • SM supermarket
    • SNR
    • Gaisano
    • Metro Ayala
    • Rustans
    • Collonade
    • Virginia Pork Shop for your pork needs
    • OR your preferred supermarket

Delivery Rates:

  1. P2,500 and below worth of goods will be charged a fixed fee of P250.
  2. P2,501 and above will be charged 10% of the total worth of goods.

Order link:

4. New Creations Food’s Inc.

Order process:

  • Private message on their Facebook Page with your
    • Name:
    • Contact number:
    • Complete address:
  • They will then share with you their price list and order details.
  • Can deliver to: Cordova, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, Cebu City, Talisay City
  • Minimum purchase:
    • Lapu lapu and cordova area: P500
    • Mandaue and cebu city: P1,000

Order link:

5. Landers Superstore

Order link:

FRUITS & VEGETABLES

Food Delivery Services

Drug Stores

  1. Rose Pharmacy: www.rosepharmacy.com/
  2. Mercury Drug (Phone Delivery): (032) 255 4187
  3. MedExpress: www.medexpress.com.ph/
  4. MedPadala: medpadala.com.ph/ (Pick-up)
  5. Delivery apps like Grab, Lalamove, Joy Ride can also buy medicines from the pharmacies.

Let us all help the world amid the global pandemic.Stay at home as much as possible and stay safe.

Special thanks to Justinne Lou Go for helping us collate this list.

This fur baby is also a frontliner amid CoVID-19 Crisis

If you think you have given thanks to all the frontliners, you’re almost right.

You probably have said your thanks to the nurses, doctors, security guards, janitors, salespeople, policemen, armies, and etc., but you must’ve failed to include our fur frontliner.

Yes, a furbaby has been working hand-in-hand with our medical frontliners in our battle against the pandemic COVID-19.

A dog named Wynn has been braving the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic. Wynn, a service dog working side-by-side Dr. Susan, an ER doctor, has been comforting our medical frontliners.

“Wynn goes to the ER each day and stays within the social workers’ inner office, so no one touches her but staff can wash up and have a moment with her,”

PAWSsion explained.

Wynn has been saving our medical frontliners by comforting them after a tiring day saving lives.

May this serve as an inspiration to each of us to also do the best that we can to comfort our frontliners, even the people or fur pets who have saved us and helped us get through our days.

COVID-19 Cebu

As the threat of the Coronavirus 2019 or COVID-19 rises every day, the Cebu province has taken a proactive approach and is pulling all stops in protecting the island. Here’s everything you need to know about COVID-19 and its symptoms: https://sugbo.ph/2020/corona-virus-in-cebu/

With this, an Executive Order was issued for the implementation of the drastic but necessary measures to avoid the spread of the virus. For more information, head on to: https://sugbo.ph/2020/cebu-implements-drastic-measures/

If you are sick and think you have symptoms of COVID-19, seek medical attention, call the local Coronavirus Health Information Line for advice: 0922-397-2334 / 0943-568-3298 / (032) 402-3091 / (032) 402-1269.

Cebu Province sets Enhanced Community Quarantine Exemptions & LGU Assistance

The Province of Cebu will be under the Enhanced Community Quarantine (ECQ) starting on 12:01AM of Monday, March 30, 2020.

With this, Gov. Gwen Garcia will issue an Executive Order that shall contain the ECQ exemptions.

 Services to be included in the ECQ exemptions:

  • Groceries, Markets and Supermarkets
  • Medical-related establishments, pharmacies, and drugstores.
  • Funeral services including immediate family of the deceased,
  • Security services
  • Banks, Money transfer services
  • Food chains but limited to take-out and drive-thru services,
  • Delivery personnel (basic goods and commodities)

Companies & Personnel to be included in the ECQ exemptions:

  • Manufacturing companies that is involved in producing food, water, medicines, hygienic products such as tissue, alcohol, sanitizer and wipes, medical products and personal protective equipment (PPEs) like face masks and gloves
  • Mass media and telecommunications companies and its personnel
  • Energy companies from generator to transmission and distribution
  • Government employees and government officials
  • Agricultural workers and agribusiness personnel
  • Fishermen, and slaughterhouse personnel
  • Business process outsourcing and export-oriented companies and its personnel

There will also be an EO regarding the prioritization of assistance.

“We have to reserve assistance for the poor and the helpless. Dili ingon nga abi kay lockdown tagaan tanan. Usa ra ba nas misimpression anang lockdown”

– Cebu Gov. Gwen Garcia

“But we will never have enough so unahon nato ang displaced workers ug kadtong klarong indigents. Dili kay hasta nang namungingi sa alahas moapil og pangayo og five-kilos rice (referring to the A and B social classes),”

Provincial disaster funds will be based on population and the municipal and city classes. 

Financial assistance computation:

  • Cities
    • First to Third-Classes component cities: P50 per person 
    • Fourth to Sixth-Classes component cities:  P100 per person
    • Example: Talisay City, which has a recorded population of 227,645, will receive P10 million.
  • Municipalities
    • First-class municipalities: P100 per person
    • Second- and third-classes: P150 per person
    • Fourth- and fifth-classes: P200 per person
    • Examples:
      • Alcantara is a fifth-class municipality with a population of 15,160. This means it will get P3 million.
      • Sibonga, a second-class municipality with a population of 48,186, will receive P7.2 million.

OVP raised P36.2 million for Personal Protective Equipment for CoVID-19 frontliners

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As the number of confirmed cases in our country continues to rise, our government is constantly looking for ways and build programs targeted to provide help to our medical workers, frontliners, infected citizens, and sectors greatly affected by this pandemic. Two of the highest elected officials even made announcements on their actionable plans regarding this health issue – one is from the Office of the Vice President (OVP).

On March 17, 2020, the OVP, together with its partnering organizations announced that they were raising funds to provide personal protective equipments (PPEs) to more than 3,000 frontliners as they dangerously fight the novel coronavirus pandemic.

OVP Leni Robredo Fundraising COVID-19

Exactly a week after, March 24, 2020 – Vice President Leni Robredo disclosed on a Facebook post that they already collected P17.3 million which they immediately used to purchase equipment for health workers and infected people.

“The said amount, as of Monday evening, can provide for more than 52,000 PPE sets and other forms of assistance for 3,484 frontliners,”

the Office of the Vice President said.

Aside from the protective gear, transport services were also being offered to our health workers who were affected by the Luzon-wide enhanced community quarantine.

As of today, the OVP has raised P36.2 million.

“Nakakalap na tayo, sa suma total, ng higit P36.2 million. Mula ito sa pinagsamang P5.9 million na iniambag ng Office of the Vice President at and hight P30.2 million na nakalap mula sa donation drive na sinimulan ng ating Angat Buhay partner, and Kaya Natin!”

, Robredo said.

“Maraming, maraming salamat sa mga nagdonate. Totoo nga po: We responded to the worst of times with the best in ourselves,.”

So far, they have distributed 30,450 PPE sets to different hospitals.

The Philippines now has 1,075 confirmed cases of COVID-19, 68 of which have died, and 35 at least have recovered.

COVID-19 Cebu

As the threat of the Coronavirus 2019 or COVID-19 rises every day, the Cebu province has taken a proactive approach and is pulling all stops in protecting the island. Here’s everything you need to know about COVID-19 and its symptoms: https://sugbo.ph/2020/corona-virus-in-cebu/

With this, an Executive Order was issued for the implementation of the drastic but necessary measures to avoid the spread of the virus. For more information, head on to: https://sugbo.ph/2020/cebu-implements-drastic-measures/

If you are sick and think you have symptoms of COVID-19, seek medical attention, call the local Coronavirus Health Information Line for advice: 0922-397-2334 / 0943-568-3298 / (032) 402-3091 / (032) 402-1269.

Cebuano develops mobile app to help trace locations of CoVID-19 PUMs or PUIs

It seems like our mobile phone obsession will finally be of help to the society.

“WeTrace” is a mobile app that helps the Department of Health (DOH) trace people who came into contact with persons suspected of carrying the novel coronavirus (CoVID-19).

This mobile application, which was developed by Cebuano IT expert Eddie Ybañez, has made it possible to have location-tracking, patient-mapping, case-reporting, alerts, and messages.

“Maayo ni siya nga app kay makatabang kaayo sa atong goal nga containment kay ma-trace na man dayon ang location sa PUMs (persons under monitoring) or PUIs (patients under investigation),”

– Cebu Gov. Gwen Garcia

WeTrace app features:

Geo-coordinates: give users the idea on the suspected persons’ whereabouts and who they came in contact with.

QR Code Generation: used for tracking so there will be no personal information divulged. It will serve as the device ID number that will be the only identification trace of every user.

Watch this video to fully appreciate the app:

Download now!

WeTrace is already available for Android phones and will soon be released in iOS phones.

Download it for free and help stem the spread of COVID-19 through Bayanihan-driven contact tracing.

This app in partnership with the Cebu Provincial Government, Department of Health, and the Police Regional Office in Central Visayas.

COVID-19 Cebu

As the threat of the Coronavirus 2019 or COVID-19 rises every day, the Cebu province has taken a proactive approach and is pulling all stops in protecting the island. Here’s everything you need to know about COVID-19 and its symptoms: https://sugbo.ph/2020/corona-virus-in-cebu/

With this, an Executive Order was issued for the implementation of the drastic but necessary measures to avoid the spread of the virus. For more information, head on to: https://sugbo.ph/2020/cebu-implements-drastic-measures/

If you are sick and think you have symptoms of COVID-19, seek medical attention, call the local Coronavirus Health Information Line for advice: 0922-397-2334 / 0943-568-3298 / (032) 402-3091 / (032) 402-1269.

Bulgari donates thousands of hand gels to Italian authorities amid CoVID-19 crisis

More businesses are joining the global effort in fighting COVID-19.

Another ‘big’ name has shown its support for the combat against the pandemic COVID-19. Bulgari, Roman jeweler, has decided to manufacture hand-gels together with Industrie Cosmetiche Riunite, Lodi (ICR), their fragrances partner.

Apart from the state-of-the-art 3D high definition microscope it donated to Spallanzani Hospital, Bulgari is set to pledge hundred thousand hand gel bottles to all medical facilities through the Italian Civil Protection Department.

“I believe as a major economic actor and symbol of Italy, Bulgari has a responsibility to contribute to the national effort to help prevent, fight, and eradicate COVID-19. Thanks to our fragrances expertise, we have been able to develop together with ICR a ‘hand cleansing gel with sanitizer,’ which will be manufactured in our Lodi Factory already making our high-end perfumes and hotels amenities. Aware of the difficult situation we are experiencing, we believe it is our duty to contribute with our know-how and production facilities and we thank the Italian Civil Protection Department who will take care of the collection and distribution,”

Jean-Christophe Babin, Bulgari CEO

Bulgari aims to manufacture hundreds of thousands of bottles in the coming two months. Furthermore, Bulgari has also pledged to manufacture around 50 tons of sanitizing gel per week for the French hospitals.

May more brands pro-actively share what they have and offer their resources for the betterment of everyone.

COVID-19 Cebu

As the threat of the Coronavirus 2019 or COVID-19 rises every day, the Cebu province has taken a proactive approach and is pulling all stops in protecting the island. Here’s everything you need to know about COVID-19 and its symptoms: https://sugbo.ph/2020/corona-virus-in-cebu/

With this, an Executive Order was issued for the implementation of the drastic but necessary measures to avoid the spread of the virus. For more information, head on to: https://sugbo.ph/2020/cebu-implements-drastic-measures/

If you are sick and think you have symptoms of COVID-19, seek medical attention, call the local Coronavirus Health Information Line for advice: 0922-397-2334 / 0943-568-3298 / (032) 402-3091 / (032) 402-1269.

7 Must-Have Nike Cortez Sneakers

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The world’s lightest running shoes.

As much as we have to go for the trend-forward pieces, we also have to consider having a classic essential, a go-to sneaker per se. A classic pair should be something you could pair with anything. Yes we’re talking about the Nike Cortez.

Nike Cortez has been dominating the sneaker world since 1972. With the re-designing and renaming of every sneaker release, the Cortez never backed down. The sneaker with an iconic silhouette, you need to make sure you get a pair.

From the classic red, white, and blue, Nike has been revamping Cortez and added different colors and styles.

Here, we have rounded up 8 Best Nike Cortez sneakers:

1. CLASSIC CORTEZ IN WHITE

Who doesn’t like an all-white pair? No one. We all lovr the cleanliness and crispiness it gives. Not to mention, it goes well with any color and outfit.

Suggested retail price: ₱4,195

2. CLASSIC CORTEZ IN BLACK

If we have the white, we need to have the opposite, black. Goes well with every color palette too, this pair will be easier to own since it’s low-maintenance. Not that susceptible to dirt and dust.

Suggested retail price: ₱4,195

3. CLASSIC CORTEZ PREMIUM IN COSMIC CLAY AND LIGHT AQUA

Yes, orange and teal goes beyond your IG feed. It could also be on your shoes, even way better. You need no editing because it’s already popping.

Suggested retail price: ₱4,495

4. CLASSIC CORTEZ NYLON IN ROSE GOLD AND LIGHT REDWOOD

If you are a fan of rose gold, then you need not to look further. Screaming elegance amidst being a sneaker, this is definitely an eye-candy.

Suggested retail price: ₱3,695

5. CLASSIC CORTEZ NYLON IN PHANTOM AND LIGHT AQUA

Looking for a fresh-colored pair? This has got to be it. The aqua-colored accents make this pair a standout in the crowd. Everything minty is a baby.

Suggested retail price: ₱3,695

6. CLASSIC CORTEZ IN LASER ORANGE AND LASER FUCHSIA

YES! Once you’ll see a pair, your eyes will be laser-focused on the prize. This pair is great for those who love being too feminine.

Suggested retail price: ₱4,195

7. CLASSIC CORTEZ IN BASIC VINTAGE FLORAL

Like the aforementioned, this is also for those who love flowers, but edgy. With some streaks of black, this powerful combo looks too good to be true.

Suggested retail price: ₱3,795

’90s shows Sineskwela, Hirayamanawari, Bayani, return to ABS-CBN

With our formal education being put on hold, we need to look for ways where our children could access learning.

You will be elated to know that our once-loved educational programs will again be seen on national television. All thanks to ABS-CBN for giving us access to learning even with the absence of formal education.

Starting today, March 28, educational programs Sineskwela, Hirayamanawari, and Bayani, will be shown from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM by ABS-CBN.

Learn more about Science with Sineskwela at 8:30AM, know the interesting lives of our heroes with Bayani at 9:00AM, and fulfill your fantasies with Hiraya Manawari at 9:30AM.

In this time of crisis, it is ideal for everyone to never stop learning. Encourage your kids to spend their time learning, even if they’re stuck at home. Let’s have fun while learning!

Dalaguete Beach Park: Summer Getaway to Southern Cebu

What’s the best way to beat the summer heat? Hit the beach!

Not too many people know Dalaguete in Southern Cebu is not only popular for its scenic mountain peaks like Osmena Peak, Kandungaw Peak and Casino Peak a.k.a. the Little Chocolate Hills of Cebu. Tagged as the “Summer Capital of Cebu”, Dalaguete lives up to its tagline with this beautiful public white beach – the Dalaguete Beach Park.

The Dalaguete Beach Park is only open from 7AM to 5PM daily. They don’t have rooms for overnight staying guests. Beach camping is also NOT allowed.

Photo by Edfer Villahermosa
Photo by Edfer Villahermosa
Photo by Edfer Villahermosa
Photo by Edfer Villahermosa
Photo by Edfer Villahermosa
Photo by Clark Jifford Legaspi
Photo by Clark Jifford Legaspi
Photo by Clark Jifford Legaspi

 

Rates & Other Information

 

Fees

  • Entrance fee: P30 per adult; P15 per child
  • Parking fee: P20
  • Table Rental: P250 for day use
  • Cottage: P350 (small); P1,500 (big)

Other information

  • Operating hours: 7AM to 5PM only
  • Contact number: (032) 253-3532

How to get there?

Exact location: Brgy. Casay, Dalaguete, Southern Cebu — approx. 3 hours away from the city.

From the South Bus Terminal, ride any bus bound for Dalaguete. Inform the driver or conductor to drop you off at Dalaguete Beach Park (or public beach of Dalaguete). Bus fare is ~P120 (one-way). The beach is 10-15 minutes walk away from the main road. But you can opt to ride a tricycle for P50 (good for 3pax).