The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) on Wednesday, February 4, completed its latest round of patient transport vehicle (PTV) donations to five local government units and a national health institution, further enhancing healthcare delivery and emergency response nationwide.
The new PTV beneficiaries were the City of Imus in Cavite; the Province of Bataan; the Municipality of Libertad in Antique; the municipalities of Ibaan and San Jose in Batangas; and the Lung Center of the Philippines.
PAGCOR Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Alejandro H. Tengco said the donation is part of the agency’s corporate social responsibility initiatives to improve access to essential health services particularly in communities with limited resources.
“These patient transport vehicles can serve as lifelines especially during medical emergencies when time is critical. This PTV donation program seeks to help build healthier and more resilient communities.”
Alejandro H. Tengco
Chief Medical Social Worker Donnabelle Gonzaga-Arcillo of the Lung Center of the Philippines said the PTV donation will address transport constraints faced by the institution in its daily operations.
“Sobrang laking tulong nitong PTV lalo na sa mga pasyenteng hinahatid at sinusundo natin, pati na rin sa aming home visitations at community activities,” Gonzaga-Arcillo said.
Each PTV is equipped with basic medical and safety features including a stretcher, oxygen tank, wheelchair, first aid kit, and navigation system to ensure safe and efficient patient transport.
In 2025, PAGCOR donated a total of 162 patient transport vehicles to LGUs, partner agencies, and institutions nationwide, including 70 units given to the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office.
