World · Philippines Bureau
Army division in Mindanao sharpens emergency medical response skills
Troops of the Philippine Army's 10th Infantry Division completed intensive training in basic life support and first aid this week, bolstering their capacity to respond to disasters and medical emergencies beyond combat operations.
LSN Philippines ·
Personnel from the 10th Infantry Division participated in a three-day medical training program at Camp General Manuel T. Yan Sr. in Cagayan de Oro City, aimed at strengthening their disaster response and frontline medical capabilities.
The 10ID Station Hospital coordinated the comprehensive training, which covered basic life support techniques and standard first aid procedures. The instruction focused on equipping soldiers with essential skills to stabilize injured persons and provide immediate medical assistance during emergencies.
The initiative reflects the military's broader commitment to enhancing its capacity for humanitarian response and disaster relief operations across Mindanao. Training programs such as these enable Army personnel to address medical emergencies beyond their primary combat responsibilities, contributing to broader civilian protection efforts during crises.
The 10th Infantry Division, based in Cagayan de Oro, serves the northern Mindanao region and frequently responds to natural disasters and other emergency situations affecting communities in its area of operations.