On the untimely and unexpected Passing of our Beloved Hero Dr. Benigno “Iggy” Agbayani, Jr., Founding President of the Concerned Doctors and Citizens of the Philippines
The Concerned Doctors and Citizens of the Philippines (CDC Ph) regrets to announce the passing on October 5, 2023, of our beloved brother-in-arms and first President, Benigno “Doc Iggy” Agbayani, Jr.
For those who may not be aware, Doc Iggy was at the forefront of CDC Ph's earliest attempts to bring to the attention of the government and the public life-saving early treatment medications and protocols which were not just safe and affordable, but which would also save the national economy from the destructive impact of the lockdowns.
Under his leadership, CDCPh became a beacon of light for many Filipinos during the darkest day of the pandemic, giving them hope and courage instead of fear, and averting numerous hospitalizations and deaths.
Very few know that Doc Iggy opted to step down from the presidency of CDC Ph when an old malpractice suit filed against him that had been in the court system for years was suddenly resurrected. This was not long after he began to speak up for the millions of us Filipinos who were being forced to give up our Constitutional rights and liberties, adopt unscientific medical protocols and ingest insufficiently-tested medicines for what has now been proven to be a highly suspect and extremely politicized virus.
Sadly, not only was the old case made to suddenly move forward at record speed, but it also resulted in his conviction despite all indications of his innocence. Because he knew he had done no wrong, Doc Iggy refused to seek a pardon or apply for parole as it would affirm his conviction and sentence as either fair or just. They were neither.
Just 10 days before a medical mission Doc Iggy had planned for the prison together with CDC Ph doctors, and just 40 days before his early release for Good Conduct on Nov 15, 2023
The Philippines lost a true hero of the medical profession.
A conscientious man of science who was not content to toe the Big Pharma line and sell his integrity for 30 filthy pieces of silver.
A courageous man who was unafraid to face off against the powers-that-be literally for the lives of the millions who could not fight for themselves.
A compassionate healer to the very end and at tremendous cost to himself and his family, he kept his oath to "First do no harm."
It has been an honor and a privilege for the Concerned Doctors and Citizens of the Philippines to stand with you, Doc Iggy, over the three short years we were blessed to spend with you. Your courage and fortitude will always serve to keep alive the flame that you helped light within every one of us.
Maraming salamat, Doc Iggy!
October 5, 2023
CDC Ph Executive Committee
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See also:
Covid 81, Dr. Iggy Agbayani in my column, April 18, 2023
Covid 82, Political science that masquerade as medical science, May 12, 2023
Covid 83, Pfizer trial, EMA and CDC studies, June 21, 2023.
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