In a unique approach to vaccine education, Watsons Philippines joined forces with popular improv group SPIT Manila to host a lively, informative event at the Carlos P. Romulo Theater on October 15, 2024. The event, titled “As A Matter of Vaxx: Get Your Vaccine Facts Straight,” aimed to debunk common misconceptions surrounding vaccines while highlighting their essential role in public health.
Vaccine Education Event by Watsons Philippines and SPIT Manila Combats Misinformation
To provide credible information, Watsons invited a panel of leading medical experts. These included Dr. Minette Claire Rosario, M.D., former Chair of the Philippine Society for Microbiology and Infectious Diseases; Dr. Cristina Alberto, M.D., of the Philippine Vaccination Foundation; Dr. Gilinezabel De La Fuente, M.D., of the Community Pediatrics Society; and Dr. Nicole Anne Buenavista of the Philippine Digital Medicine Society.
The panel was moderated by Doc Kilimanguru, a well-known medical content creator, ensuring expert-led discussions on the vital impact of vaccines.
Why Vaccines Matter: Breaking Myths, Building Awareness
“Vaccinations are a crucial line of defense against outbreaks. Getting vaccinated is a simple, safe, and effective way to protect yourself, your loved ones, and the community. This is the message we wanted to drive home with this initiative,” said Jared De Guzman, Customer Director of Watsons Philippines. “We hope that by bringing medical experts and engaging acts from SPIT Manila together, we can encourage more people to get vaccinated and help dispel common misconceptions and myths surrounding immunization.”
The medical panel addressed myths and common fears associated with vaccines, from flu and pneumonia to HPV, shingles, and hepatitis B. Experts emphasized the safety and efficacy of vaccinations in preventing severe illnesses, aiming to build a healthier community. Attendees left equipped with accurate information, countering misinformation that often circulates online.
Adding Fun with SPIT Manila
To keep the event engaging, SPIT Manila incorporated humor through interactive skits and audience participation. Known for their sharp wit, SPIT Manila transformed vaccine discussions into relatable experiences, encouraging a young crowd to embrace vaccination in a fun, memorable way. Popular actress Rufa Mae Quinto added star power, joining the group’s performance and boosting event appeal.
Convenient Access to Vaccines at Watsons Philippines
In addition to raising awareness, Watsons offers accessible vaccination options. Schedule your vaccine online at Watsons Philippines or inquire through Watsons’ Facebook Messenger. Walk-in appointments are also available at select stores for vaccines like 2024 Flu, Pneumonia 13, Pneumonia 23, HPV4, Shingles, and Hepatitis B.
Here are some of the Watsons branches in Cebu:
No. | Location | Address | Opening Hours | Contact |
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1 | WATSONS AYALA CENTER CEBU | GF Ayala Center Cebu, Cebu City, 6000 Philippines | MON-SUN 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM | (032) 231-5413 |
2 | WATSONS AYALA CENTER CEBU DEPARTMENT STORE | 2/F Ayala Center Cebu, Cebu Business Park, Cebu City, 6000 Philippines | MON-SUN 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM | (032) 231-5413 |
3 | WATSONS BANILAD TOWN CENTER | GF Banilad Town Center, Cebu City, 6000 Philippines | MON-SUN 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM | (032) 344-3832 |
4 | WATSONS CEBU IT PARK | Ground Floor, E Bloc Tower 2, Cebu IT Park, Cebu City, 6000 Philippines | MON-SUN 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM | (032) 514-4147 |
5 | WATSONS COLON | Colon St, Cebu City, 6000 Philippines | MON-SUN 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM | (032) 256-2153 |
6 | WATSONS GIASANO COUNTRY MALL | GF Giasano Country Mall, Banilad, Cebu City, 6000 Philippines | MON-SUN 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM | (032) 233-2731 |
7 | WATSONS GIASANO FIESTA MALL | GF Giasano Fiesta Mall, Cebu City, 6000 Philippines | MON-SUN 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM | (032) 420-2150 |
8 | WATSONS GIASANO GRAND CEBU | G/F Gaisano Grand Cebu, Colon St., Cebu City, 6000 Philippines | MON-SUN 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM | (032) 412-2486 |
9 | WATSONS GIASANO GRAND TALAMBAN | GF Giasano Grand Talamban, Cebu City, 6000 Philippines | MON-SUN 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM | (032) 236-2404 |
10 | WATSONS GIASANO MAIN | GF Giasano Main, Cebu City, 6000 Philippines | MON-SUN 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM | (032) 253-5746 |
11 | WATSONS GIASANO METRO MANDAUE | GF Giasano Metro Mandaue, Cebu City, 6000 Philippines | MON-SUN 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM | (032) 346-3381 |
12 | WATSONS GIASANO TABUNOK | GF Giasano Tabunok, Talisay City, 6045 Philippines | MON-SUN 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM | (032) 272-2090 |
13 | WATSONS ISLAND CENTRAL MACTAN | 2/F Island Central Mall, Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu 6015 Philippines | MON-SUN 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM | (032) 494-2823 |
14 | WATSONS JY SQUARE | GF JY Square, Cebu City, 6000 Philippines | MON-SUN 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM | (032) 233-0638 |
15 | WATSONS MANGO | GF Mango Avenue, Cebu City, 6000 Philippines | MON-SUN 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM | (032) 255-7550 |
16 | WATSONS PERSIMMON PLUS | GF Persimmon Plus, Cebu City, 6000 Philippines | MON-SUN 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM | (032) 231-8576 |
17 | WATSONS PRINCE HYPERMART | GF Prince Hypermart, Minglanilla, Cebu, 6046 Philippines | MON-SUN 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM | (032) 490-9571 |
18 | WATSONS ROBINSONS FUENTE | G/F Robinsons Fuente, Cebu City, 6000 Philippines | MON-SUN 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM | (032) 255-7538 |
19 | WATSONS ROBINSONS TALISAY | G/F Robinsons Talisay, Cebu City, 6045 Philippines | MON-SUN 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM | (032) 254-7312 |
20 | WATSONS ROBINSONS GALLERIA | Level 2 Robinsons Galleria, Cebu City, 6000 Philippines | MON-SUN 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM | (032) 253-8239 |
21 | WATSONS ROBINSONS NORTH | G/F Robinsons North, Cebu City, 6000 Philippines | MON-SUN 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM | (032) 345-2554 |
22 | WATSONS SAVEMORE BASAK | GF Savemore Market Basak, JP Rizal St Basak, Cebu City, 6014 Philippines | MON-SUN 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM | (032) 520-7564 |
23 | WATSONS SAVEMORE CANDUMAN | GF Savemore Market Canduman, H Abella St Basak, Cebu City, 6014 Philippines | MON-SUN 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM | (032) 520-5019 |
24 | WATSONS SAVEMORE CARCAR | GF Savemore Market Carcar, Poblacion I, Cebu, 6019 Philippines | MON-SUN 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM | (032) 260-3101 |
25 | WATSONS SAVEMORE CITY MALL CONSOLACION | GF Savemore Market City Mall Consolacion, Sta. Lucia Town Square, Cebu, 6001 Philippines | MON-SUN 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM | (032) 316-9762 |
26 | WATSONS SAVEMORE GUADALUPE | GF Savemore Market Guadalupe, Cebu City, 6000 Philippines | MON-SUN 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM | (032) 520-9202 |
27 | WATSONS SAVEMORE PUSOK | GF Savemore Market Pusok, Cebu City, 6015 Philippines | MON-SUN 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM | (032) 341-3082 |
28 | WATSONS SM CITY CEBU | 2F SM City Cebu, Cebu City, 6000 Philippines | MON-SUN 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM | (032) 231-3564 |
29 | WATSONS SM CONSOLACION | 2F SM Consolacion, Cebu City, 6000 Philippines | MON-SUN 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM | (032) 260-7101 |
30 | WATSONS SM SEASIDE | LGF SM Seaside City Cebu, Cebu City, 6000 Philippines | MON-SUN 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM | (032) 340-8765 |
31 | WATSONS SM CITY J MALL HYPERMARKET | GF SM City J Mall, 165 A. S. Fortuna St. Mandaue City, 6014 Philippines | MON-SUN 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM | 9171551784 |
32 | WATSONS SM HYPERMARKET CEBU | SM Hypermarket Logarta, Subangdaku, Cebu, 6014 Philippines | MON-SUN 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM | (032) 239-5805 |
33 | WATSONS SM HYPERMARKET LAPU-LAPU | SM Hypermarket LapuLapu, Mactan Eco Zone II, Kadaugan Ave Basak, Lapu-Lapu City, 6015 Philippines | MON-SUN 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM | 325202783 |
34 | WATSONS SM SEASIDE MALL 1 | UGF SM Seaside Mall South Road Properties Mambaling, Cebu City, 6000 Philippines | SUN-THURS 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM; FRI-SAT 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM | 322565331 |
35 | WATSONS SM SEASIDE MALL 2 | 2/F SM Seaside Mall South Road Properties Mambaling, Cebu City, 6000 Philippines | SUN-THURS 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM; FRI-SAT 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM | 322565492 |
36 | WATSONS SM SEASIDE SUPERMARKET | LGF Supermarket Area SM Seaside Mall South Road Properties Mambaling, Cebu City, 6000 Philippines | MON-THURS 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM; FRI-SAT 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM; SUN 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM | (032) 340-1713 |
37 | WATSONS SOUTH TOWN CENTRE TABUNOK | G/F South Town Centre Tabunok, Talisay City, 6045 Philippines | MON-SUN 9:00 AM – 8:30 PM | 322389430 |
38 | WATSONS THE EDEN COLON | Ground Floor The Eden, Colon Street, Kalubihan (Pob.), Cebu City, 6000 Philippines | MON-SUN 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM | (032) 354-0413 |
39 | WATSONS THE WALK ABAD ST CEBU | GF The Walk, Abad St, Cebu IT Park, Cebu City, 6000 Philippines | MON-SUN 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM | (032) 318-4443 |
40 | WATSONS WELLISA BLDG BANTAYAN ISLAND | Ground Floor Wellisa Building, IR Escario Street corner President Osmena Street Binaobao (Pob.), Bantayan Island, Cebu 6052 Philippines | MON-SUN 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM | (032) 316-6481 |
You can locate more of the Watsons branches in Cebu via the online store finder.
Embracing a Healthier Community
Watsons’ event successfully merged expert knowledge with interactive entertainment to promote vaccination as a proactive choice for community health. By addressing vaccine hesitancy and clarifying facts, Watsons and SPIT Manila encouraged Filipinos to prioritize their health and stay informed. Don’t miss the chance to protect yourself—schedule your vaccine today and help foster a well-informed, resilient community.
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Book your vaccine appointment at Watsons today! Visit a store near you or check online for more details on available vaccines and health essentials. Download the Watsons mobile app.
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