November 28, 2025 – The Business, Resource Generation, and Auxiliary Services – Food Services Office (BRGAS-FSO) of Rizal Technological University (RTU), in collaboration with the Department of Science and Technology, hosted a webinar in celebration of Diabetes Awareness Month 2025, with the theme “Campus Strong: Building a Diabetes-free Generation.”

The initiative is part of the University’s continuing efforts to promote health and wellness among students, faculty, and administrative employees. The program focused on raising awareness of diabetes, encouraging healthy eating habits, providing evidence-based information on prevention and management, and promoting regular physical activity.

The webinar featured Dr. Ricco Linsangan Santos, a Certified Family Physician and long-time advocate of preventative and lifestyle medicine. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Santos has conducted numerous seminars on reversing lifestyle diseases such as Type 2 Diabetes and Metabolic Syndrome. His discussion on Diabetes offered expert insights into preventing the disease. 

Through the initiative of FSO, under the leadership of Dr. Rhodora Lintot, the University reaffirms its dedication to building a healthier Rizaliano community and inspiring a generation equipped to prevent and manage diabetes.