The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) turned over 18 patient transport vehicles (PTVs) worth P38.502 million to 10 Visayas provinces during a ceremony at Toyota Mabolo in Cebu City on June 25, 2026.
Purpose and Features of the Vehicles
PCSO General Manager Melquiades Robles stated the PTVs are equipped with medical essentials like stretchers, wheelchairs, oxygen tanks, first-aid kits, blood pressure monitors, and medicine cabinets. Unlike ambulances, these vehicles are designed to transport stable patients to medical facilities, particularly in underserved community areas.
“These vehicles will help bring healthcare services closer to communities,” Robles said.
Impact on Local Communities
Cebu Gov. Pamela Baricuatro said the vehicles will improve access to medical care for residents. The donation is part of the PCSO’s Medical Transport Vehicle Donation Program, which has distributed 1,731 units nationwide.
During the ceremony, PCSO also released lotto revenue shares to several local government units, including Cebu Province and Cebu City, under Executive Order 357-A to support health and social welfare programs.
