Julia Vargas
Julia Vargas de Ortigas y Camus (April 21, 1881 – April 15, 1969) was a Filipina social worker and philanthropist. As the matriarch of the prominent Ortigas clan, a notable family in the Philippine business sector, she played a vital role in shaping their legacy. She is known for her anti-tuberculosis work in the Philippines and was responsible for the establishment of Quezon Institute, the hospital arm of the Philippine Tuberculosis Society. The institute was one of the first healthcare institutions that provided essential care and support to those affected by the disease in the Philippines.
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