The results of the saliva-based reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) tests conducted by the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) are now included in all official laboratory results done in the Philippines. The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) is the 'only organization' approved by the DOH to...
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) remains the most preferred tester for coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in the country with over 3.3 million tests conducted since it started in 2020. Aside from swab testing, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) also offers saliva RT-PCR test which is considered a first in...
Philippine Red Cross (PRC) Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Senator Richard Gordon maintained that there is “no problem” using a property located in Clark, Pampanga as a molecular laboratory for coronavirus disease (COVID-19). PRC Chairman and Senator Richard J. Gordon (KEVIN TRISTAN...
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) on Wednesday, June 23, said that it has established six vaccination centers in the National Capital Region (NCR) after receiving 10,000 doses of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccines from the government. Vaccination at PRC Hemodialysis Center in Port Area, Manila...
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) on Tuesday. June 22, reiterated its recommendation to conduct swab testing five or seven days upon arrival for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and other returning Filipinos. (Philippine Red Cross / MANILA BULLETIN) PRC Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO)...
To respond to the needs of over 170 individuals affected by diarrhea in Davao de Oro, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) immediately deployed water tankers, water purification unit, welfare desks, and first aid station. The Philippine Red Cross responds to the needs of those affected by diarrhea...
The Department of Health (DOH) has issued a “memorandum” which provides the inclusion of the Philippine Red Cross’ positive saliva test results in the national tally of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) cases. (JANSEN ROMERO / FILE PHOTO / MANILA BULLETIN) This was disclosed by PRC consultant...
The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) has so far paid about P5.5 billion to the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) for the humanitarian organization’s coronavirus testing services, an official said Saturday, June 19. Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (MANILA BULLETIN) “Ang sa...
A total of 620 families in Manila and Quezon City who were greatly affected by the imposed enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) received financial assistance from the Philippines Red Cross (PRC). Philippine Red Cross (PRC) conducts multipurpose cash distribution in Manila and Quezon City. (Photo...
Senator Risa Hontiveros on Monday urged the public to donate blood as she expressed alarm over the dwindling blood donations over the past year. Hontiveros noted many hospitals are now starting to catch up on various medical procedures that were postponed due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic....
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) is encouraging more Filipinos to donate their blood to help save million of lives, as the nation celebrates World Blood Donor Day (WBDD) on Monday, June 14, 202. (Photo from PRC) PRC Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Senator Richard J. Gordon said donating...
Philippine Red Cross (PRC) Chairman Senator Richard J. Gordon on Thursday, June 10, is urging the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) Inter-Agency Task Force (IATF) to “reconsider the current protocols” which require a 14-day mandatory quarantine period. Philippine Red Cross / MANILA BULLETIN Gordon...
