The Philippine National Police - National Capital Region Office (PNP-NCRPO) has initiated the Health Watch Plan at the Hinirang Multi-Purpose Hall, Camp Bagong Diwa, Bicutan, Taguig City since December 12, 2023, in response to the ban on officers with large bellies.
The Health Watch Plan is not only aimed at reducing the waistlines of overweight police officers but also to ensure their mental well-being so they can accomplish their duties efficiently.
Brig. General Reynaldo Tamondong, Deputy Regional Director for Administration of PNP-NCRPO, mentioned that the Health Watch Plan has six core pillars.
"These six core pillars include prioritizing police officers' physical and mental well-being; tying officer health to efficient and sustainable law enforcement; building public trust by showcasing healthy officers and promoting community engagement; implementing economic strategies to minimize healthcare costs; creating a health-centric work environment to boost officer morale and support; and strengthening safety protocols for enhanced team and public safety," according to Tamondong.
This initiative aims to address the issue of being overweight, obesity, and other health-related issues affecting the effective performance of police duties.
"The NCRPO will refresh and amplify its active participation in health management and physical fitness, not only focusing on lifestyle changes, dietary adjustments, and physical activity through the assimilation of appropriate weight management programs to attain normal BMI but also ensuring every member is aptly prepared for their challenging duties and responsibilities," Tamondong added.
(Photos by PNP-NCRPO)
