As Road Safety Awareness Month puts the spotlight on safer streets and more responsible mobility, it also brings renewed attention to the real risks many Filipinos face on the road every day.
Driving or commuting to work and school is a daily part of many Filipinos’ lives, and the World Health Organization’s data showed that road traffic deaths in the country rose from 7,938 in 2011 to 11,096 in 2021. Road traffic injuries are also the leading cause of death among Filipinos aged 15 to 19, who are considered the most mobile citizens in the country. While road safety is the priority, being ready for emergencies can also make a difference.
As the monsoon season sets in, Maxicare encourages Filipinos to view protection not only as a long-term health decision, but also as part of practical everyday readiness. Among its prepaid cards are Maxicare LifesavER and Maxicare LifesavER+, both designed to help address emergency medical needs.
Maxicare LifesavER provides up to P25,000 in coverage for emergency room treatment, offering support for outpatient emergency situations. For individuals and families seeking a higher level of protection, Maxicare LifesavER+ provides up to P50,000 in coverage for emergency room treatment, including cases that may lead to confinement in a regular private room. Both products are accessible options for consumers who want an added layer of emergency healthcare support alongside their daily routines.
“The relevance of this kind of preparation becomes clearer during moments when road-related incidents happen without warning,” shares 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.”
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 ready for emergencies is another way Filipinos can care for themselves and the people who matter to them.
Be prepared by getting your own Maxicare LifesavER or LifesavER+ at shop.maxicare.com.ph. (PR)
