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21/08/2026

🎗️ 𝐀 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐃𝐢𝐞: 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐢𝐧𝐨𝐲 𝐀𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐧𝐨 💛

Every August 21, Filipinos commemorate Ninoy Aquino Day, honoring the life and sacrifice of former Senator Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino Jr., whose courage became a symbol of the struggle for democracy and freedom in the Philippines. Despite years of imprisonment under the Marcos dictatorship, Ninoy remained steadfast in his call for democratic rights and national freedom. His assassination on August 21, 1983, upon his return to the Philippines became a turning point in the nation’s history and helped ignite the movement that eventually led to the 1986 People Power Revolution.

“There is no greater nation on earth than our Motherland. No greater people than our own.” — Ninoy Aquino

Ninoy’s legacy reminds Filipinos that love of country is more than words—it demands courage, service, and the willingness to stand for what is right. His life continues to challenge every generation to protect democracy, serve the Filipino people, and never allow fear or greed to silence the pursuit of freedom. 🇵🇭

✍🏻: Kristy Ann Calugmaton
🖼️: Zyra Shanne Baculna

13/08/2026

🎂✨ 𝐀𝐔𝐆𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐁𝐈𝐑𝐓𝐇𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝐄𝐑𝐀: 𝐂𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐋 𝐈𝐍𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐔𝐂𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐒 𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 ✨🎂

POV: August na… pero hindi lang “back to school” ang ganap. 👀
May mga birthday celebrants din tayong certified magturo, mag-duty, mag-remind ng “proper body mechanics,” at magsabi ng “Nurse, what is your rationale?” 😭🩺

This month, the Nursing Department and The Caring Gazette are giving the biggest 𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗬 𝗕𝗜𝗥𝗧𝗛𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗢𝗨𝗧 to our amazing Clinical Instructors born in August! 🎉🎈

From checking our skills to checking our charting, from “observe muna” to “sige, ikaw na gumawa” — thank you for being our mentors, guides, and minsan… source ng character development. 😭💀

Your patience, wisdom, and dedication continue to shape us into the nurses we aspire to become. Behind every duty well done, every skill mastered, and every “Ma’am/Sir, tama po ba ’to?” is an instructor who never gets tired of teaching us. 🫶🏻

Kaya ngayong August, hindi kami magpapahuli—birthday greeting muna bago duty! 😌🎂

To our August-born Clinical Instructors:

Happy Birthday! 🥳🎂
May your day be as fulfilling as a duty with complete endorsements,
as peaceful as an empty nurses’ station,
and as satisfying as hearing “Good job, Nurse!” after return demonstration. 😭✨

Stay iconic, stay inspiring, and keep being the GOATs of the clinical area. 🐐🩺

With appreciation and warmest birthday wishes,
📰 The Caring Gazette

12/08/2026

💭 🗺️ 𝒟𝒾𝒻𝒻𝑒𝓇𝑒𝓃𝓉 𝒞𝑜𝓃𝓉𝑒𝓍𝓉𝓈, 𝒞𝑜𝓂𝓂𝑜𝓃 𝒜𝓈𝓅𝒾𝓇𝒶𝓉𝒾𝑜𝓃𝓈 💫🤍

On this 𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙔𝙤𝙪𝙩𝙝 𝘿𝙖𝙮 2026, we join the global community in celebrating the
diversity, resilience, and boundless potential of young people around the world. Although we
come from different backgrounds, cultures, and experiences, we are united by a shared
aspiration to build a future that is inclusive, peaceful, sustainable, and full of opportunities for all.

The youth of today are not only the leaders of tomorrow but also active changemakers of the
present. Through their passion, creativity, and commitment to service, they continue to inspire positive transformation in their schools, communities, and beyond. Their voices, ideas, and actions remind us that lasting progress begins with empowered and engaged young people.

As members of the academic community, let us continue to nurture young minds through
education, leadership, innovation, and meaningful service. May this occasion inspire every student to embrace their unique journey, celebrate our diversity, and work together toward common aspirations that strengthen our communities and create a better future for generations to come.

𝐻𝒶𝓅𝓅𝓎 𝐼𝓃𝓉𝑒𝓇𝓃𝒶𝓉𝒾𝑜𝓃𝒶𝓁 𝒴𝑜𝓊𝓉𝒽 𝒟𝒶𝓎 2026! 🫂

✍🏻: Erica Padernilla
🖼️: Jaf Daniela Benito

10/08/2026

𝑬𝒚𝒆 Miss You 👀 | 𝘚𝘦𝘦 𝘊𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘭𝘺. 𝘓𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘍𝘶𝘭𝘭𝘺. 👓💛

August is 𝚂𝚒𝚐𝚑𝚝 𝚂𝚊𝚟𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝙼𝚘𝚗𝚝𝚑✨ a reminder of how vital our eyes are and how important it is to protect them. This annual observance highlights eye health, promotes efforts to prevent blindness, and encourages everyone to seek proper care when needed.

Our eyes let us read, learn, work, recognize loved ones, and witness the beauty of life. Yet because seeing feels so natural, eye health is often overlooked until vision changes disrupt daily living.

With screens now part of nearly every routine, our eyes endure hours of close-up work. Protect them by taking regular breaks, resting well, using proper lighting, keeping a comfortable viewing distance, and scheduling regular eye checkups. These simple habits may seem ordinary, but they safeguard our ability to see clearly for years to come.

And before a moment becomes a memory, it is first seen. Let’s protect the eyes that give us the privilege of witnessing life as it unfolds.

As Helen Keller reminds us: “𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙤𝙣𝙡𝙮 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙨𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙣 𝙗𝙚𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙗𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙙 𝙞𝙨 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙨𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝙗𝙪𝙩 𝙣𝙤 𝙫𝙞𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣.” With this, may we not only see the world, but truly value every person, place, and moment within it.

✍🏻: Lyzter Rylinee Cabaya
🖼️: Trisha Betita

09/08/2026

🌿 𝑪𝒖𝒍𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆𝒔 𝑻𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝑬𝒏𝒅𝒖𝒓𝒆, 𝑽𝒐𝒊𝒄𝒆𝒔 𝑻𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝑹𝒆𝒎𝒂𝒊𝒏 🪶🧡

Every year on August 9, the world observes the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, a day dedicated to recognizing the cultures, contributions, and rights of Indigenous Peoples around the globe.
Established by the United Nations in 1994, the observance celebrates the first meeting of the UN Working Group on Indigenous Populations, held in 1982. As more than just a celebration, this day serves as a reminder of the continuing need to protect Indigenous communities and ensure that their voices are heard.

For generations, Indigenous communities have developed traditional practices that promote sustainable relationships with nature. Their knowledge of forests, plants, animals, water systems, and local ecosystems can contribute to conservation and climate-change responses. Their role as environmental stewards demonstrates that protecting Indigenous rights and protecting the environment are often closely connected.

At the heart of the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples is the protection of human rights and self-determination. Indigenous Peoples have the right to participate in decisions that affect their communities, cultures, resources, and ancestral territories.

Respecting these rights means recognizing Indigenous communities as active participants in development and governance rather than simply as recipients of assistance. Their perspectives and experiences should be considered when decisions are made about land, natural resources, environmental protection, education, healthcare, and other issues affecting their lives.

Ultimately, honoring Indigenous Peoples means more than recognizing their traditions once a year. It means respecting their rights, listening to their voices, valuing their knowledge, and acknowledging their contributions to the world.

As we observe August 9, we are reminded that cultural diversity, environmental protection, and human rights are deeply connected. By protecting Indigenous Peoples and their heritage, we also help protect the cultural and natural diversity that belongs to all of humanity.

✍🏻: Abbeygail Villavert
🖼️: Shahaira Delgado

08/08/2026

🍼 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸: 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀, 𝗡𝘂𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀 🤱🏻🤍

A mother sits quietly in the middle of the night, exhausted from a long day, yet she still chooses to hold and feed her child. Moments like these often go unnoticed, but they reflect the patience, love, and sacrifice that many mothers give every day.

Every first week of August, the world observes 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐟𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 to recognize the importance of breastfeeding and to honor mothers who continue to nourish and care for their babies through both easy and difficult days. Behind every feeding are moments of adjustment, uncertainty, and perseverance, as many mothers continue doing what they believe is best for their child’s health and well-being.

Breastfeeding provides essential nutrients and antibodies that help support a baby’s growth, brain development, and protection against common illnesses. Health experts also recommend exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of life, unless medically advised otherwise.

As World Breastfeeding Week comes to a close, may we continue to recognize the quiet strength and dedication of breastfeeding mothers whose everyday sacrifices help shape a healthier future for their children.

𝘉𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘵𝘧𝘦𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘮𝘢𝘺 𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘢 𝘮𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘵𝘪𝘳𝘦𝘥, 𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘭𝘰𝘷𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘤𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘴𝘩𝘦 𝘨𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩 𝘪𝘵 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘣𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘦 𝘢 𝘭𝘪𝘧𝘦𝘭𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘨𝘪𝘧𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘢 𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘢𝘭𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘴 𝘤𝘢𝘳𝘳𝘺.

✍🏻: Khreeztel Czarmagne F. Minasalvas
🖼️: Ella Jade Mangadsil

08/08/2026

𝐁𝐀𝐂𝐊 𝐓𝐎 𝐒𝐂𝐇𝐎𝐎𝐋, 𝐁𝐔𝐓 𝐌𝐀𝐊𝐄 𝐈𝐓 𝐍𝐔𝐑𝐒𝐈𝐍𝐆! 🩺💉✨
𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐆𝐀𝐙𝐄𝐓𝐓𝐄 𝐃𝐏 𝐁𝐋𝐀𝐒𝐓 | 𝐀.𝐘. 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔–𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟕

🚨 CODE BLUE! CODE BLUE! 🚨

Not an emergency—school is starting again. 😭

Your alarm clock is about to become your mortal enemy, your coffee will become a basic life support intervention, and that familiar “five more minutes” will once again turn into “AY, MAY PASOK PALA.” 💀

But before the quizzes, return demonstrations, duty days, case studies, care plans, checklists, and “Ma’am, pwede po bang next?” moments begin…

LET’S MAKE OUR TIMELINES READY! 👀🩺

𝐖𝐄𝐋𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐄 𝐁𝐀𝐂𝐊, 𝐅𝐔𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄 𝐑𝐍𝐒!

A new academic year means a new chapter, new memories, new challenges, and—of course—a new DP! 📸✨

To officially welcome Academic Year 2026–2027, The Caring Gazette invites the entire SAC Nursing Department to join our A.Y. 2026–2027 DP Blast!

Whether you're a freshie still figuring out where the nursing building is, a sophomore trying to survive another year, a junior already questioning every life decision, a senior counting down to the finish line, or one of the faculty members keeping us all alive…

THERE'S A FRAME FOR YOU! 😭🩺

So, grab your best profile picture, wear that Nursing pride, and let Facebook know:

“Yes, Nursing. I’m still here. Somehow.” 🫡

𝐇𝐎𝐖 𝐓𝐎 𝐉𝐎𝐈𝐍?

It’s easier than remembering all the steps of a return demonstration. Trust us. 😭

STEP 1: Choose your corresponding year level or faculty frame below.

STEP 2: Click the link and upload your chosen profile picture.

STEP 3: Adjust your photo until you look like you have your life together. ✨

STEP 4: Download your framed DP.

STEP 5: Upload it as your Facebook profile picture.

STEP 6: Copy and paste the official caption below.

STEP 7: Tag your fellow nursing students and convince them to join because solidarity is part of the Nursing care plan. 🩺

Freshmen: https://twb.nz/sacndfirstyeardpblast20262027

Sophomores: https://twb.nz/sacndsecondyeardpblast20262027

Juniors: https://twb.nz/sacndthirdyeardpblast20262027

Seniors: https://twb.nz/sacndfourthyeardpblast20262027

Faculty: https://twb.nz/sacndfacultydpblast20262027

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📝 𝐂𝐎𝐏𝐘 𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐒 𝐂𝐀𝐏𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍!

𝐘𝐨𝐨𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐨, 𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧! Good luck forgetting Nursing, ‘pag nasa school ako, naka ganito (😏).. Patay, di ka na maka move-on. It’s the eyes that will haunt you forever!

"𝙺𝚞𝚗𝚐 𝚑𝚒𝚗𝚍𝚒 𝚊𝚔𝚘 𝚙𝚞𝚖𝚊𝚙𝚊𝚜𝚘𝚔 𝚑𝚒𝚗𝚊𝚑𝚊𝚗𝚊𝚙 𝚗'𝚢𝚘 𝚊𝚔𝚘, 𝚗𝚐𝚊𝚢𝚘𝚗𝚐 𝚙𝚞𝚖𝚊𝚙𝚊𝚜𝚘𝚔 𝚊𝚔𝚘 𝚝𝚊𝚝𝚊𝚗𝚞𝚗𝚐𝚒𝚗 𝚗'𝚢𝚘 𝚊𝚔𝚘 𝚋𝚊𝚔𝚒𝚝 𝚊𝚔𝚘 𝚙𝚞𝚖𝚊𝚙𝚊𝚜𝚘𝚔?"

Sirang plaka na naman kabubulabog sa’yo yang alarm mo, kakausapin mo na naman yang pader for your “Itutulog ko ‘to ng five minutes tas.. i-rereview ko ‘tong checklists ko.”

Tapos biglang 𝙱𝙾𝙾𝙼! Umaga na naman, 𝗪𝗵𝗼𝗮𝗮𝗮 𝗷𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗸𝗼 𝗮𝗻𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘀 𝗻𝗮, 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗼, 𝗴𝗿𝗮 𝗶𝘀 𝗯𝗲, ready na ba yang puso mo? Este ready ka na ba to 𝙡𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙡 𝙪𝙥 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙖𝙘𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙢𝙞𝙘 𝙮𝙚𝙖𝙧?

Hello, Academic Year 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔–𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟕!

I am [Name], a proud [Year Level] 𝗡𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝘁. 𝗔𝗻𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗻𝘆'𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲 – 𝗡𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁.

As I begin another chapter of this nursing journey, I choose to step forward with faith, resilience, and a heart that is eager to learn and serve.

Hindi man magiging madali ang bawat lecture, quizzes, return demonstrations, hospital duties, at sleepless review nights, I know that every challenge is shaping me into the future Registered Nurse I aspire to become.

Every lesson learned strengthens my knowledge, every experience builds my confidence, and every patient I will encounter reminds me of the true essence of compassionate care.

This school year is more than just passing exams or completing requirements—it's about growing into someone who leads with competence, empathy, integrity, and genuine service.

Unti-unti, one duty, one skill, and one prayer at a time, I'm getting closer to the dream that God has placed in my heart.

𝗧𝗼 𝗺𝘆 𝗳𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗻𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗻𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀, 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸!

Simula pa lang ito ng panibagong semester filled with opportunities, challenges, and victories. Let's continue learning, lifting one another, and giving our best in every step of this journey. Padayon, future RNs!

𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗥𝗡 𝗶𝗻 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀. Learning with purpose. Serving with compassion. Caring with excellence. Trusting God's perfect timing.

Caption by: Rochelle dela Rosa and Lyzter Rylinee Cabaya

Layout by: C. Pechayco, S. Pingoy, M. Ricafrente, D. Pasaquian, S. Rasco, Y. Pineda

02/08/2026

𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎𝐒: The Caring Gazette conducted its 𝗠𝗶𝗱𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗝𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽 on July 31, 2026, at MHM Rooms 105–106, bringing together publication members, officers from various student organizations, and nursing students for a day of learning and skills development.

The workshop featured sessions on campus journalism and visual storytelling led by invited resource speakers. Mr. Anthony Mondragon discussed the fundamentals of writing news, sports, and feature articles, emphasizing accuracy, structure, and effective storytelling. Meanwhile, Mr. James Daniel Santorcas shared essential photography techniques, highlighting composition, visual impact, and the role of photojournalism in campus publications.

The activity aimed to strengthen participants' journalistic competencies while encouraging collaboration among aspiring writers, photographers, and student leaders. Through the workshop, attendees gained practical knowledge and insights that will support their involvement in campus media and student organizations.

Photos by: Lyzter Rylinee Cabaya

02/08/2026

IN PHOTOS: The SAC Nursing Department welcomed its incoming first-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) students through the BSN 1 Meet and Greet Program held on July 28, 2026, at the Old Nursing Arts Laboratory, MHM Building.

The program formally introduced the BSN Class of 2030 to the department's administrators, faculty members, clinical instructors, and student leaders. Students had the opportunity to meet Dean Dr. Aris Kendell R. Bungabong, Academic Coordinator Ms. Arlynn Faith C. Sanchez, RN, and the department's clinical instructors as they begin their nursing education.

The event also featured presentations from the Nursing Student Council, Student Nurses Association of the Philippines (SNAP), Catholic Student Nurses' Association (CSNA), The Caring Gazette, and the SAC Red Cross Youth Council, highlighting the organizations and opportunities available to nursing students.

The program concluded with interactive activities, including Nursing Bingo and the awarding of recognition to early bird attendees and well-groomed students, marking the official welcome of the BSN Class of 2030 into the SAC Nursing community.

31/07/2026

𝙐𝙢𝙖𝙢𝙞𝙣 𝙠𝙖 𝙥𝙖 𝙠𝙖𝙨𝙞. 𝘼𝙮𝙪𝙣 𝙩𝙪𝙡𝙤𝙮, 𝙡𝙞𝙛𝙚𝙩𝙞𝙢𝙚 𝙢𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧 𝙠𝙖 𝙣𝙖 𝙣𝙜 𝙘𝙞𝙧𝙘𝙡𝙚 𝙤𝙛 𝙛𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙙𝙨 𝙣𝙞𝙮𝙖. 💔🤝🏻😂

Happy International Day of Friendship sa mga gang d’yan. Gang—kaibigan lang...

More than the jokes and the “what ifs,” friendship remains one of life’s greatest gifts. 🫶🏻 Observed every July 30, the International Day of Friendship reminds us that genuine connections are built on trust, kindness, and the people who choose to stay through every chapter.

Cheers to the friends who make every laugh louder, every burden lighter, and every memory worth keeping. 🥂✨

✍🏻: R. Padohinog & L. Cabaya
🖼️: Trisha D. Betita

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