Members of the US Civilian Military Support Element-Philippines (CMSE PHL) conducted Tactical Combat Casualty Care Training with the Philippine Coast Guard North Eastern Luzon District (PCGNELZ) from October 4 to 6. This is the first time the US military has been able to train directly with the PCGNELZ.

The training strengthened the medical capabilities of the participants who work in a wide range of environments during maritime and land-based operations. The course consisted of Basic Life Saving and Tactical Combat Casualty Care academic and practical sections, resulting in the successful training of 20 PCGNELZ personnel.