Councilor Elmer Datuin has proposed an ordinance declaring July 17, 2026 as Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Day in the city to strengthen public awareness, emergency response skills, and community preparedness through CPR-related activities and basic life support training in all 128 barangays.
The ordinance encourages all 128 barangays in Baguio City to conduct localized activities in support of CPR Day, recognizing the crucial role of communities in promoting emergency preparedness and lifesaving skills.
Among the activities identified in the measure are barangay-level CPR demonstrations, refresher courses on Basic Life Support (BLS) for Barangay Health Workers (BHWs), Barangay Health Emergency Response Teams (BHERTs), and barangay officials, as well as information and education campaigns to increase public awareness on proper CPR techniques.
Barangays are likewise encouraged to identify, mark, and assess the operational status of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) located within their jurisdictions, including those installed in hotels, lodging establishments, and other business establishments, to improve access to life-saving equipment during emergencies.
According to the measure, Baguio City has already taken steps toward becoming a “CPR-Ready City” through Ordinance 129-2018, which requires public and private establishments to maintain life-saving support systems and ensure that personnel undergo CPR training. The city has also promoted BLS training among students through Resolution 143-2024.
The proposal further notes that the city will formally launch its 2026 CPR Day observance during the flag-raising ceremony at the Baguio City Hall grounds on July 13, 2026, serving as the kick-off activity for a week-long campaign aimed at strengthening public awareness and preparedness for cardiac and other medical emergencies.
The resolution was approved by the Baguio City Council on first reading and referred to the appropriate committee for review.
The proposed ordinance was approved on first reading by the Baguio City Council on June 15, 2026 and was subsequently referred to the Committee on Health and Sanitation, Ecology, and Environmental Protection for review. Baguio City – Sangguniang Panlungsod
