FORT BONIFACIO, Metro Manila – President Rodrigo Roa Duterte, accompanied by the newly installed Commanding General, Philippine Army, Major General Macairog S. Alberto paid a visit to the sick and wounded soldiers at the Army General Hospital (AGH) immediately after the Change of Command Ceremony on Monday, October 15, 2018.
The President, as the Commander-in-Chief regularly visits military camps and often goes to see soldiers confined in military treatment facilities. Such act was a unique gesture that provides motivation to our soldiers and keeps them in high spirit. As an added morale booster, not long ago, he signed a presidential directive that gave additional five billion pesos budget on top of the 700 million pesos allocated for the AFP’s modernization, for the Army Health Service capability upgrade that kicked-off July this year.
In line with this, the new CGPA, Major General Alberto also highlighted in his command guidance his thrust to enhance the Forward Health Service Support and institutionalize the Combat Stress Management System to ensure that the welfare of the troops are well taken care of. Further, he stressed the need to improve the care that is being provided to the soldiers in order to reduce morbidity, mortality, and subsequently increase survivability of those serving in the frontlines.
“The Philippine Army have a great appreciation of the President’s support to our troops, not only those still fighting in field but also to those who suffered in battles. We will ensure that the Army Health Service Capability will be upgraded and will meet professional standards at all times,” said Maj. Gen. Alberto.# (Photo courtesy of RTVM).