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DOH sets up emergency response stations for Traslacion 2026

Published Jan 7, 2026 03:06 pm
The list of Emergency Response Team stations set up by the DOH for Traslacion 2026. (Photo from DOH)
The list of Emergency Response Team stations set up by the DOH for Traslacion 2026. (Photo from DOH)
The Department of Health (DOH) has designated multiple emergency response stations across the Traslacion route to help devotees and other individuals with their medical needs during the annual event attended by millions on Jan. 9.
According to DOH Sec. Ted Herbosa, about 20 Health Emergency Response Team stations have been set up in preparation for the traditional procession:
• Quirino Grandstand
• Rizal Park, Roxas Boulevard
• National Museum (Exit Point)
• Cebuana Luillier (near SM Manila)
• Sun Trust (near Ayala Bridge)
• Stretch of P. Casal
• Quinta Market Parking
• Villarica Pawnshop, Quezon Boulevard
• Technological Institute of the Philippines cor. Lingkod Bayan (Arlequi cor. P. Casal)
• San Sebastian Church Ground
• MLQU Ground
• One Quiapo Hotel, Quezon Boulevard
• In front of BDO (C. Palanca cor. P. Gomez)
• MCGI Quiapo, Quezon Boulevard
• In front of 711 & Chowking
• In front of PhiTrust Bank
The agency had also reminded the public of the following symptoms that are expected to be felt during the procession:
• Extreme thirstiness
• Dizziness
• Difficulty in breathing
• Vomiting
• Heat exhaustion
• Chest pains
Once experienced, the individual is advised to proceed to the nearest emergency response station from them to receive urgent medical care.
Code White Alert
The Health Department had earlier raised a Code White Alert as part of its preparations for the Traslacion of the Jesus Nazareno from Jan. 6 to 10.
The DOH said more than 200 emergency personnel are on standby and ready for deployment to the 20 DOH health emergency response stations strategically positioned along the Traslacion route on the day of the procession.
In addition, 20 DOH-run hospitals across Metro Manila have been placed on alert to respond to patients who may require immediate medical attention, including cases of heat exhaustion, injuries, dehydration, and other health emergencies.
Herbosa also reminded devotees planning to participate in the Traslacion to take extra precautions, particularly those with existing medical conditions.
Devotees are urged to take their maintenance medicines and bring prescribed drugs with them, stressing the importance of personal preparedness during long hours of walking and exposure to large crowds.
The agency reiterated its call for devotees to stay hydrated, rest when necessary, and immediately seek medical assistance at designated health stations if they feel unwell, emphasizing that public safety remains a top priority during the Traslacion.

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