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Philippines allocates P1.855B in fresh funds for Philippine General Hospital
The Department of Budget and Management has released over P1.8 billion in additional appropriations for the Philippine General Hospital, directed by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to ease financial burdens on patients requiring hospitalization.
LSN Philippines ·
MANILA — The government has disbursed P1.855 billion in supplementary funding to the Philippine General Hospital (PGH), Malacañang announced Wednesday. The allocation was released by the Department of Budget and Management on presidential orders to strengthen the state-run medical facility's capacity to assist patients with hospitalization expenses.
Palace Press Officer Claire Castro disclosed the funding release, underscoring the administration's commitment to enhancing healthcare services at one of the country's largest tertiary hospitals. The additional appropriation addresses growing operational demands and patient care requirements at the institution.
The timing of the budget release comes as PGH continues to serve as a critical healthcare provider for low-income Filipinos and vulnerable populations. The facility has faced persistent challenges in managing patient volumes and maintaining service quality amid resource constraints.
No additional details were immediately available regarding the specific allocation of funds or implementation timeline. The DBM's action reflects the government's emphasis on strengthening public healthcare infrastructure ahead of the coming fiscal year.