Mayor Ruffy Biazon led the official launch of RIDE Med (Responsive Integrated Delivery of Essential Medicines) on Friday, May 30, marking a new milestone in the city’s push for inclusive and accessible healthcare.
The event was attended by members of the Muntinlupa Council of Elders, barangay health workers, and local officials. A special blessing ceremony was held for the fleet of motorcycles that will be used by the RIDE Med team to deliver free maintenance medicines directly to the homes of qualified senior citizens.
Under the program, bedridden residents aged 60 and above and senior citizens aged 80 and older will receive a monthly supply of prescribed medicines such as Losartan, Amlodipine, Metformin, and Atorvastatin—medications commonly used to manage hypertension, diabetes, and high cholesterol.
“Bahagi ito ng overall agenda sa kalusugan, bahagi ng 7K Agenda--na mag-provide ng accessible quality health service. Lahat ng approaches na maihatid ang serbisyo ay magagawa natin para sa pangangailangan ng mga Muntinlupeño” Mayor Biazon said.
RIDE Med riders, accompanied by barangay health workers, will handle the distribution of medicines to ensure proper coordination and follow-up with patients.
Mayor Biazon emphasized that the program is part of a broader effort to transform the city’s approach to healthcare, particularly for the elderly population.
The initiative complements the ongoing “Love ko si Lolo, Love ko si Lola” Program, which provides free medicines to other Muntinlupa seniors through health centers.
To register for RIDE Med, caregivers or family members may sign up their elderly loved ones at their barangay health center. Home registration is also available via hotline.
*Source: Public Information Office