MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to providing Filipino nurses with better support, benefits, and professional opportunities as part of efforts to strengthen the country’s healthcare system.
Speaking at the Philippine Nurses Association’s (PNA) 69th Nurses Week National Convention 2026 in Pasay City, Marcos recognized the dedication, compassion, and contributions of Filipino nurses in delivering quality healthcare services.
“Patuloy po kaming magsisikap upang maibigay ang suporta, benepisyo at oportunidad na nararapat para sa inyo,” Marcos said.
The President expressed gratitude to nurses for their service, emphasizing their important role in providing hope to patients and strengthening the country’s healthcare system.
“Ang inyong husay, ang inyong malasakit, dedikasyon ay patuloy na nagbibigay ng pag-asa sa ating mga kababayan at magpapalakas sa ating sistemang pangkalusugan,” he said.
Marcos also encouraged more organizations and stakeholders to participate in initiatives aimed at improving healthcare delivery, stressing the importance of pooling expertise, resources, and commitment toward a common goal.
“We hope that more organizations will join us in this undertaking, bringing their expertise, their resources, the commitment to a common goal of building a stronger, more responsive healthcare system,” he said.
The President emphasized that improving the healthcare system requires collective action to ensure that medical professionals receive adequate assistance while patients gain better access to essential services.
He also underscored his administration’s vision of building a country where quality healthcare is accessible to every Filipino and healthcare workers receive the support they deserve.
“Together, let us build a Bagong Pilipinas where every Filipino can access quality healthcare, every healthcare worker receives ample support, and every act of service contributes to a healthier, more prosperous nation,” Marcos said.
The President concluded his message by thanking Filipino nurses for their dedication and reaffirming the government’s commitment to supporting their welfare and professional development.
“Maraming salamat po. Mabuhay ang ating mga nurse, mabuhay ang Bagong Pilipinas,” he said.
