PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Tuesday led the distribution of 129 ambulances to local government units (LGUs) through the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office’s (PCSO) medical transport vehicle donation program.
During the event held at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila, Mr. Marcos emphasized the significance of the program which aims to provide swift medical intervention, particularly in vulnerable communities and geographically isolated areas across the country.
“The Medical Transport Vehicle Donation Program builds on our thrust to improve healthcare access, especially in disadvantaged areas,” the President said.
He added that the program was designed to deliver advanced life support services and sea ambulances to the underserved regions.
The Chief Executive cited the ambulances as essential for first responders whom he called “heroes in the medical field,” who provide critical transportation in life-threatening situations.
“These vehicles make the difference between life and death,” he stressed.
“It is a vision worth every ounce of effort, so I enjoin each of you to stand firm and press on until we turn this aspiration into reality,” he added.
Marcos also reiterated the PCSO’s goal to equip every municipality with two ambulances, expressing confidence that the initiative will continue until that objective was achieved.
President Marcos handed over one ambulance each to 87 LGUs in the CALABARZON region, 25 in the Bicol region, eight in Central Luzon, six in the Cordillera Administrative Region, and three in Cagayan Valley.
The President called on the PCSO, the LGUs, and other agencies to continue developing programs that enhance healthcare and the quality of life for Filipinos.
