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PCSO Donates 12 Ventilators, Boosts Bohol Hospitals' Care

3/20/2026

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The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) donated 12 mechanical ventilators to five government hospitals in Bohol on March 20, 2026, to enhance critical care capacity.
The ventilators, valued at P13 million, were distributed to Garcia Memorial Provincial Hospital, Teodoro Galagar District Hospital, Congressman Simeon Toribio Memorial Hospital, Catigbian District Hospital, and Francisco Dagohoy Memorial Hospital.
PCSO General Manager Melquiades Robles emphasized equitable healthcare access, while Bohol Governor Aris Aumentado noted the donation's impact on emergency response capabilities.
PCSO also provided financial assistance of P277,940.92 to the provincial government.

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The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) donated 12 mechanical ventilators to five government hospitals in Bohol on March 20, 2026, to enhance critical care capacity.
The ventilators, valued at P13 million, were distributed to Garcia Memorial Provincial Hospital, Teodoro Galagar District Hospital, Congressman Simeon Toribio Memorial Hospital, Catigbian District Hospital, and Francisco Dagohoy Memorial Hospital.
PCSO General Manager Melquiades Robles emphasized equitable healthcare access, while Bohol Governor Aris Aumentado noted the donation's impact on emergency response capabilities.
PCSO also provided financial assistance of P277,940.92 to the provincial government.