The Makati City government will be providing portable X-ray services not only for its residents but also for its sister local government units (LGUs) across the Philippines.
Makati currently has 558 sister cities and municipalities nationwide.
The equipment will primarily be utilized for early diagnosis and treatment of tuberculosis (TB), especially in rural areas with limited access to medical facilities and resources.
Mayor Abigail Binay emphasized the importance of ensuring that even the most remote populations can access advanced TB detection and care.
“This portable X-ray unit is a key tool in our mission to combat TB in the Philippines. By sharing this resource with our sister LGUs, we aim to close the healthcare gap, especially in underserved and marginalized communities,” Binay said.
Makati is the country’s first LGU to acquire and use the Fujifilm Xair portable X-ray system for public healthcare.
