In the Philippines, where 8 out of 10 cardiac arrests occur outside hospitals, most often in homes, with family members nearby but with little to no knowledge of lifesaving skills, being prepared can mean the difference between life and death. Access to essential life-saving knowledge, like cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR), remains a critical gap in many parts of the country. To address this, Bell-Kenz Pharma Inc, through its health initiative, Barangay BK, has embarked on a series of CPR trainings.
Bell-Kenz employees during the Hands-Only CPR training.
To kickstart the CPR training, Barangay BK rolled out the initial free Hands-Only CPR training for company employees, conducted by Dr. Francis Lavapie from the Philippine Heart Association (PHA).
“This advocacy for CPR readiness is close to our hearts because we believe that every Filipino deserves the chance to save a life. By bringing these lifesaving skills to the people, we’re not just improving healthcare access, we’re building a healthier, more resilient nation,” says Dr. Luis Go, Medical Director of Bell-Kenz Pharma Inc.
The initiative has also been amplified further through the second episode of Bell-Kenz’s health talk show, Real Talk with Dok titled “CPR at ang Pusong Pinoy” posted on Bell Kenz Pharma’s Facebook page.
Dr. Francis Lavapie from the Philippine Heart Association demonstrates CPR techniques, advancing Bell Kenz’s CPR Ready initiative.
Real Talk with Dok isn’t just another health show—it’s a timely response to real barriers in healthcare access that many Filipinos face. The program, hosted by medical experts from across the nation, aims to provide practical guidance on preventing common diseases and empowers communities with lifesaving and essential knowledge like CPR every month.
The episode, featuring esteemed cardiologists Drs. Orlando Bugarin and Francis Lavapie, was a call to action, urging Filipinos to recognize the life-saving potential of CPR. This is also in line with the Philippine Heart Association’s (PHA) push for a CPR-Ready Philippines, highlighting the need for wide-scale CPR training to reduce preventable deaths from cardiac arrest.
To watch Real Talk with Dok and be updated on the Barangay BK schedule in various areas, visit our Facebook page at https://web.facebook.com/Bellkenzpharma.
