In order to prepare for the Monday commemoration of the Feast of the Black Nazarene, believers have been receiving medical aid from the Philippine Red Cross (PRC), which has been participating in preliminary events, such as the "Walk of Faith."
As of 9 AM on Sunday, the PRC has sent medical professionals, set up first aid stations, and recruited volunteers. So far, 101 devotees had their blood pressure tested and watched.
According to the PRC, 21 devotees with minor injuries, including abrasions, chest pain, abdominal pain, and concussions, received first aid care from PRC medical staff while one unconscious patient was taken by PRC ambulance to Jose R. Reyes Memorial Medical for additional medical evaluation.
Between January 7 and January 9, in addition to 280 volunteers, two doctors, and five medical teams, the PRC also sent out 15 ambulances, one fire vehicle, and 17-foot patrollers.
At the Quirino Grandstand, the Kartilya ng Katipunan, and the Minor Basilica of the Black Nazarene, there were four first aid stations set up.
At the Kartilya ng Katipunan, a single Emergency Medical Unit (EMU) with 20 beds, the most fundamental medical tools, equipment, and supplies was set up.
