MEDICAL EMERGENCY PROTOCOL

Boracay is both a tourism hub and a permanent community, hosting millions of visitors who engage in land and water activities daily. This reality demands a healthcare system that can respond quickly and competently to emergencies.

The Municipal Health Office (MHO) has outlined a medical emergency referral protocol for Boracay and has shared that plans are underway to improve facilities and services. These are encouraging signals. What residents and visitors need is confidence that in moments of crisis, help is nearby, coordinated and reliable.

Dr. Karl Lachica, medical director of Ciriaco S. Tirol Hospital, told Boracay Sun News that plans are in motion to upgrade the island’s healthcare capabilities and emergency response systems. If these plans materialize as intended, Boracay will not only be living up to its world-class reputation but will also be a safer and more resilient place to live and visit.