As Road Safety Awareness Month shines a spotlight on safer streets and responsible mobility, it also highlights the risks that many Filipinos face on the road every day.
Driving and commuting are part of daily life for millions of Filipinos. According to data from the World Health Organization, road traffic deaths in the Philippines increased from 7,938 in 2011 to 11,096 in 2021. Road traffic injuries also remain the leading cause of death among Filipinos aged 15 to 19, one of the country’s most mobile age groups.
While road safety remains the top priority, being prepared for emergencies can also make a significant difference.
As the monsoon season begins, Maxicare Healthcare Corporation is encouraging Filipinos to view protection not only as a long-term health decision but also as part of practical everyday readiness. Among its prepaid healthcare products are Maxicare LifesavER and Maxicare LifesavER+, both designed to help address emergency medical needs.
Maxicare LifesavER provides up to ₱25,000 in coverage for emergency room treatment, offering support for outpatient emergency situations.
For individuals and families seeking a higher level of protection, Maxicare LifesavER+ offers up to ₱50,000 in coverage for emergency room treatment, including cases that may lead to confinement in a regular private room.
Both products are designed to provide an additional layer of emergency healthcare support for consumers looking to be better prepared for unexpected medical situations.
“The relevance of this kind of preparation becomes clearer during moments when road-related incidents happen without warning,” said Raymond Hernandez, Maxicare Group Chief Customer Officer.
“While no healthcare product can replace careful driving, road discipline, or stronger public safety systems, access to emergency coverage can help ease some of the immediate burden that follows an accident or urgent medical event,” he added.
As conversations around road safety continue, Maxicare’s message is simple and timely: staying protected goes hand in hand with staying aware.
Alongside wearing helmets and seat belts, following traffic rules, avoiding distractions, and making responsible travel choices, being prepared for emergencies is another way Filipinos can care for themselves and the people who matter to them.
To learn more or purchase a Maxicare LifesavER or LifesavER+ prepaid card, visit Maxicare Online Shop.
