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The initiative brings medical screenings, consultations and specialized health checks closer to Filipino consumers, helping address barriers to routine health monitoring.
The program allows customers to access basic preventive services during regular shopping visits, potentially encouraging earlier detection of health concerns and timely medical intervention.
This October, Watsons has partnered with Diabetes Philippines Inc. to provide free chronic kidney disease screenings, including urine albumin-to-creatinine ratio testing, which helps identify early signs of kidney damage.
The rollout
Participating Metro Manila branches include SM Mall of Asia, SM Megamall, SM Aura Premier, Robinsons Place Manila and several locations in Makati, Quezon City, Taguig and Muntinlupa.
Blood pressure and ECG checks are available throughout October at selected branches, while cholesterol screenings, random blood sugar tests and physician consultations follow designated schedules.
Specialized diabetes and kidney screenings were scheduled at SM Southmall and SM City San Lazaro on Oct. 17, and SM Mall of Asia on Oct. 18.
Access to preventive healthcare services
“Preventive healthcare becomes more meaningful when people have more opportunities to access it as part of their everyday lives. Through our continuing free health services, we hope to make health monitoring and professional guidance more accessible to more Filipinos, while encouraging them to take action early and stay proactive about their well-being,” Watsons Philippines managing director Danilo S. Chiong said in a press statement.
1,200 stores nationwide
Beyond in-store services, Watsons offers free doctor teleconsultations covering general wellness and weight management. Customers can access assistance through its hotline at (02) 7919-9999.
Vaccination bookings are also available through the retailer's online store and mobile application.
Watsons operates more than 1,200 stores nationwide as of January 2026, providing an established retail network for its continuing healthcare accessibility initiatives. —Vanessa Hidalgo | Ed: Corrie S. Narisma
