Despite the ongoing “Maring” operations in La Union, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) moves to ensure that there will be a steady supply of blood in the country through its continuous blood donation drive. (Photo from Philippine Red Cross) On Oct. 16, PRC successfully collected 49 blood units in...
Amidst misinformation regarding fees, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) continues to serve people who are in need of blood. Philippine Red Cross / MANILA BULLETIN From January to October this year, the PRC Blood Services has given free blood to 10,613 indigent patients. “That is roughly 10 percent...
Makati City Mayor Abby Binay encouraged Makatizens on Tuesday to donate blood to ensure that there will be sufficient supply for residents who may need transfusion or for medical procedures. Binay said the city government will hold a mass blood donation caravan at the Makati City Hall Building 2 on...
In celebration of the World Heart Day, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) on Wednesday, Sept. 29, called on the public to donate blood not only to save other’s lives but for their own benefits as well. (Photo from Pixabay) “Habang ang mundo ay tuloy-tuloy na nilalabanan ang COVID-19, nanawagagan...
Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque said that for people like him who have health conditions, gyms are absolutely essential and must be reopened. (Photos from Harry Roque's Facebook/ Unsplash) Roque had this to say in a virtual press briefing Monday, Sept. 27, or just three days before a possible...
The Philippine General Hospital (PGH) is in dire need of blood donations as supply is now at a "very critical" level. (Unsplash) The PGH Blood Donor Center is open Monday to Sunday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m, including holidays. Walk-ins are also accepted from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. "We encourage voluntary,...
Aside from saving lives, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) on Monday, Sept. 20, underscored the importance of donating blood not only to the recipient but also for the donor. (Photo from Pixabay) Citing the World Health Organization (WHO), the PRC said that donating blood has “unexpected benefits”...
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) on Thursday, Sept. 16, said that the processing fees for the blood it collects through its facilities are dictated by the government through the Department of Health (DOH). (File photo from Philippine Red Cross) “Although the blood is donated, there are costs...
Why do Filipinos have to pay for blood coming from the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) if they get blood donations from citizens? President Rodrigo Duterte (left) and Senator Richard Gordon (Photos from Malacañang, MANILA BULLETIN) President Duterte left this question in the minds of the viewers of the...
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) said Saturday, Sept. 4, that people who got vaccinated against coronavirus disease (COVID-19) may still donate their blood. Philippine Red Cross PRC Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Senator Richard Gordon said in a statement that “the need for blood does...
Recognizing their importance in the country’s fight against the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) on Wednesday, Aug. 18, lauded the blood donors and volunteers. red cross “As the pandemic rages on, the medical frontliners and other essential service providers are...
As it continues to dispense blood even during the Enhanced Community Quarantine (ECQ) period, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) said that its blood supply continues to dwindle - especially the rare RH negative blood type. (FILE PHOTO / PHILIPPINE RED CROSS) “The entire Red Cross organization is busy...
