MANDALUYONG CITY -- As of 8:00 am, April 17, 2022, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) Emergency Medical Services (EMS) teams have served 3,224 patients nationwide during their Holy Week operations.

Twelve (12) of these patients had major conditions, such as a possible fracture or wound in the head. Twenty-one (21) were transported to medical facilities because of difficulty of breathing, suspected fracture, multiple abrasions, gunshot wound, contusion, and laceration.

There were 150 minor cases, involving dizziness, abrasion, strain, sting, fainting, blisters, incision, laceration, bruise, animal bite, sprain, and allergic reaction. Four patients were either referred to medical facilities or for psychosocial support.

PRC-EMS teams continue their Holy Week operations today, Easter Sunday, with two teams stationed in buildings or establishments, one in a parking area, four on roads and highways, five in churches, four on beaches, and another four on standby at the Chapters. Thirteen ambulance units and 18 first aid stations are mobilized for today’s operations. A total of 85 EMS personnel, including two roving teams, will compose today’s deployment.

With direction from PRC Chairman and CEO, Senator Richard “Dick” J. Gordon, 1,399 PRC EMS personnel, operating 127 first aid stations and 97 ambulance units, were deployed in churches, highways, terminals, beaches, parks, pilgrimages, and mountains nationwide from Palm Sunday, April 10, to April 17, Easter Sunday.

For emergencies, dial 143 or 790-23-00. (Philippine Red Cross)