Tzu Chi Philippines, with the support of Bicol volunteers, donate hospital equipment to Ziga Memorial Hospital in Tabaco City, Albay on February 1, 2025.
The donation included 18 hospital beds, 16 wheelchairs, 12 commodes, and eight walkers to assist in patient care.
Ziga Memorial Hospital, which has been operating beyond its capacity, welcomed the donation to address the ongoing surge in patients.
Dr. Aires Perillo, the hospital’s chief, expressed gratitude for the timely assistance, noting the hospital has been operating at 200 percent of its capacity.
The equipment was delivered following a request from the hospital to Tzu Chi, which acted quickly to fulfill the need.
Tzu Chi also shared the equipment to Pantao District Hospital and Manito Municipal Hospital in Bicol.
Representatives from the provincial government of Albay, led by acting Governor Baby Glenda Ong-Bongao, attended the turnover ceremony.
Ong-Bongao lauded Tzu Chi for its long-standing support of the province, especially in healthcare and disaster relief.
Tzu Chi Bicol commissioner Antonio Tan highlighted the foundation’s continued commitment to supporting medical institutions in the region, with a focus on improving patient care.