Former comedian Mura undergoes medical check-up, receives aid through GMA Kapuso Foundation

Former comedian Allan "Mura" Padua and his father underwent a medical check-up and received aid through GMA Kapuso Foundation.

According to "24 Oras" on Friday, the foundation visited Mura during its relief operations in the Bicol Region.

Mura's career thrived in the early 2000s, but he disappeared from showbiz after he broke his hip due to an accident in 2010. Although his injury has healed, he still experiences difficulty in walking.

"Sinemento siya, may casting siya, so humilom naman siya kaya umikli naman konti 'yung paa ko, siguro dalawang pulgada. Minsan nadadapa na lang ako," he said.

In April 2024, Mura also lost his home in Ligao City, Albay, to a fire. Fortunately, he was able to slowly get back on his feet, thanks to the people who offered help and gave him hope.

"Sobrang nagpapasalamat talaga ako sa kanilang lahat, binigyan nila ako ng pag-asa. Ang hirap pag wala ka talagang sariling bahay," he said.

GMA Kapuso Foundation and Ligao City Health Officer Dr. Marissa Dela Cerna visited Mura and father so they can be examined.

"Pag ganun kasi na may injury, kahit na gumaling na po 'yun, pag nai-i-stress ka, pag malamig, pag overused, may certain na mararamdaman ka pa rin na discomfort," said Dr. Dela Cerna.

"Pero si tatay, may bali po 'yung hita niya sa kanan. Lalagyan ng bakal 'yung nabali na hita niya kaya lang ayaw po ni tatay mag pa-opera."

Mura and his father receive medicines and vitamins from the Ligao City Health Office every month, per the report.

GMA Kapuso Foundation also gave groceries and hygiene kits to the father and son.

Mura, for his part, hoped to have more strength so he can continue fulfilling his duties to his family.

"Bigyan niya ko ng karagdagang lakas para syempre magampanan ko 'yung tungkulin ko rito sa pamilya namin. Kung sakali, baka pwede pa maging artista ulit," he said.

For those who wish to support GMA Kapuso Foundation's projects, donations may be made via Metrobank, Land Bank, BDO, Bank of Commerce, UnionBank, PNB, Cebuana Lhuillier, GCash, Lazada, and Shopee. Visit GMA Kapuso Foundation's website for more information.

— CDC, GMA Integrated News