U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Nicholas Forster-Curnew, an independent duty medical technician with the Combined Joint Civil-Military Operations Task Force, recently provided a training session on Tactical Combat Casualty Care to Philippine Marine Corps Cpl. Reynaldo A. Castro and Pfc. Christian N. Crave at Davila Elementary School in Pasuquin, Ilocos Norte, Philippines on April 21, 2024. During this session, healthcare workers and residents in Ilocos Norte were instructed on basic lifesaving skills such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation and tactical combat casualty care. The aim of the session was to enhance emergency care access and awareness among the participants.
Exercise Balikatan 24 is an annual training exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and the U.S. military that aims to strengthen bilateral interoperability, capabilities, trust, and cooperation that has been developed over decades of shared experiences.
The photo captured during the training session showcases the interaction between the instructors and the Philippine Marine Corps members as they learned vital skills through hands-on demonstrations and theoretical instruction.
The emphasis on community health engagement and training reflects a commitment to public safety and preparedness in both military and civilian contexts.
Overall, the partnership between the U.S. and Philippine military forces in conducting such training programs underscores their shared values of service, professionalism, and dedication to saving lives.
The training program provided practical skills to local healthcare workers that can make a difference in critical situations while enhancing emergency care access and awareness among participants.
Through Exercise Balikatan 24, both countries aim to strengthen their interoperability capabilities while improving healthcare practices in emergency situations.
The collaboration between these two nations highlights their commitment to working together towards common goals that prioritize public safety and preparedness in both military
