By JONAS REYES | June 10, 2026

SAN MARCELINO, Zambales — The provincial government of Zambales distributed free prosthetic limbs on June 8 to 22 persons with disabilities during a ceremony at the San Marcelino District Hospital here.

The initiative is part of a provincial healthcare program utilizing specialized technology developed in Japan, delivered in partnership with Instalimb Solutions Philippines Inc., maker of 3D-printed prosthetics.

Governor Hermogenes Ebdane Jr. said the program reflects the provincial government’s commitment to expanding healthcare access across the province. Before receiving the prosthetics, beneficiaries completed a four-month process of medical consultations and custom fittings.

“The provincial government of Zambales is deeply grateful to everyone behind the success of this program for our fellow Zambaleños, especially those with disabilities,” Ebdane said.

“This is proof of our continuous cooperation to deliver services that bring hope, comfort and a better quality of life to our citizens,” he added.

The program was launched through the initiative of Dr. Cresencio T. Gonzales, the chief of the hospital, in coordination with the Department of Social Welfare and Development, the Department of Health, the provincial government, and Representative Doris Maniquiz.

Several local officials attended the handover ceremony, including San Antonio Mayor Arvin Antipolo, provincial social welfare officer Nadya T. Apostol, and Ebdane’s executive assistant Larraine B. Rico. ▲

COVER PHOTO: A project beneficiary tries on a prosthetic limb provided for free by the Zambales provincial government on June 8. (ZFTP)