04/08/2026
The Philippine Association of Nutrition - Delta Chapter offers its profound sympathies on the passing of Mr. Hector C. Maglalang.
We honor his unwavering devotion to nutrition and his steadfast support for student leaders across the country. His contributions to our community will never be forgotten.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this time.
Rest in peace, our dearest ka-Hector ๐๐
We at the Philippine Association of Nutrition, Inc. mourn the passing of Mr. Hector C. Maglalang (29 December 1957 - 02 August 2026), a beloved leader, mentor, and friend.
Mr. Maglalang served as PAN President from 2024 to 2025 and remained an ex-officio member until his passing. He received the most recent Dr. Francisco O. Santos Memorial Award in 2022 and was a PAN Fellow Awardee in 2010โrecognitions of his outstanding contributions to community nutrition. As a food chemist, he devoted his life to advancing programs such as food fortification, helping to reduce malnutrition in the Philippines and improve the lives of countless Filipinos.
Our thoughts and deepest condolences go out to his family, friends, colleagues, and all who were touched by his compassion, leadership, and service. We are deeply grateful for the life he shared with us and for the enduring impact of his work and legacy.