Mega Ligtas COVID Centers

Mega Ligtas COVID Centers, also known as Temporary Treatment and Monitoring Facilities (TTMFs), are temporary non-hospital health facilities or emergency patient care centers established and managed by the Philippine government to accommodate COVID-19 patients at a provincial or regional level as part of its efforts to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic in the Philippines. Some facilities are also serving as quarantine sites for Filipino repatriates from other countries.

The establishment of these facilities is led by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in coordination with the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) and other private and government entities. They refurbish pre-existing structures or set up makeshift tents to create these centers. The first We Heal as One Center was the facility at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium, an indoor arena within the Rizal Memorial Sports Complex in Manila, which was refurbished as a health facility on April 6 and admitted its first patients on April 14.

These centers provide temporary isolation and quarantine spaces for COVID-19 patients, helping to alleviate the strain on hospitals and healthcare facilities. As of now, there are a total of 16 Mega Ligtas COVID Centers across the country, with a combined capacity of approximately 2,452 beds. These centers play a crucial role in the government's strategy to contain and manage the spread of the virus, ensuring that patients receive the necessary care and monitoring while minimizing the risk of transmission to others.

The Mega Ligtas COVID Centers are an integral part of the Philippine government's comprehensive response to the COVID-19 pandemic. By establishing these temporary facilities, the government aims to provide adequate healthcare resources and support to those affected by the virus, ensuring that they receive the necessary care and treatment. These centers also contribute to the overall efforts to flatten the curve and mitigate the impact of the pandemic on the healthcare system and the population as a whole.