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Farouk Ismail donates medicines to Princess Marina Hospital

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 | 70 Views |

Choppies and Marina donation.PIC.SHARON MATHALA

Businessman Farouk Ismail has donated medicines worth P80,000 to Princess Marina Hospital as the country continues to grapple with shortages of essential medication in public health facilities.

The donation, handed over yesterday morning, comes at a time when hospitals across the country have reported limited stocks of critical medicines, raising concern amongst patients.

Speaking during the handover ceremony, Ismail said the contribution was a personal initiative made in response to reports that patients were struggling to access medication in some health facilities.

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