Closing healthcare gaps: Toyota Motor Philippines Foundation champions public health in the City of Santa Rosa

Recognizing healthcare as a fundamental right and a catalyst for economic growth, TMP’s civic arm provides sustainable initiatives that directly impact and uplift the community’s health

- By JEMIMAH MAPA

The strength of a nation lies in its people-one reason a country needs an accessible and resilient health system to better care for this greatest resource.

A post from the social media platform "Threads," "Filipinos are one hospitalization away from poverty," recently sparked conversations on the current healthcare landscape of the Philippines. The discussion on the platform highlighted that even middle-class Filipinos who have saved enough for inevitable health emergencies may still face bankruptcy when their health is at risk.

As much as the country strives to improve the economy, it is also important to include healthcare as a major development priority through policy reforms, investment in the healthcare industry, and recognizing that a good healthcare system indicates a progressive country and a developed economy.

The Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) Foundation has seen this significant issue and understands its importance, hence making health one of its pillars that guides their efforts in contributing to the welfare of the communities they serve. TMP Foundation has been continuously supporting communities through various healthcare programs that improve lives, uplift well-being and contribute to nation-building. These programs are not only designed to address the needs of the people but are also aligned with the vision of TMP Foundation's partnersschools, local government units (LGUs), and institutions-that share the same goal.