The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) announced on Tuesday, Aug. 27, that it had concluded its 12-day leptospirosis response operations at the National Kidney and Transplant Institute (NKTI) and San Lazaro Hospital. (Photo courtesy of Philippine Red Cross) According to the PRC, this effort aimed to...
To mark National Heroes Day this year, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) coordinated simultaneous mass blood donation drives at 24 locations across the country. (Photo courtesy of Philippine Red Cross) This extensive effort carried out on Aug. 25, aimed to honor the heroism of the nation's...
The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announced on Friday, Aug. 23 that 11,121 out of 22,539 passed the Licensure Examination for Criminologists. The exam was administered by the Board of Criminology on July 31 and Aug. 1–2 at 22 testing centers across the country. Alyssa Eliana Nazaire...
Amid rising dengue cases nationwide, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) on Wednesday, Aug. 21, announced that it has activated a comprehensive dengue outbreak response plan. (Philippine Red Cross / Manila Bulletin) As the major blood supplier in the country, the PRC said that the implementation...
In recognition of the assistance provided during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) awarded the Singapore Red Cross (SRC), led by Secretary General and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Benjamin William. Philippine Red Cross (PRC) Chairman and CEO Richard Gordon (center right)...
Philippine Red Cross (PRC) officials and dignitaries at the groundbreaking ceremony of the PRC Cavite Chapter's new headquarters at the Vermosa Complex in Imus City, Cavite. Photo courtesy of Vermosa/Facebook. Okada Foundation, Inc.'s (OFI) president, James Lorenzana, was among the...
Philippine Red Cross (PRC) Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Gordon underscored the importance of “upholding humanity in conflict” during the observance of International Humanitarian Law Day (IHL) on Monday, Aug. 12. Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr., Philippine Red Cross...
In light of the concerning rise in dengue cases nationwide, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) announced on Sunday, Aug. 11, that it is intensifying its efforts to ensure that blood and medical assistance are promptly accessible to those in need. (PRC / Manila Bulletin) PRC Chairman and Chief...
Carlos Yulo, the most decorated Filipino gymnast, once honed his discipline and dedication not just in the gym but also as a Red Cross Youth volunteer. Philippine Red Cross Chairman and CEO Dick Gordon with Carlos Yulo In a statement issued on Thursday, Aug. 8, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC)...
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) on Monday, July 29, called on the public to contribute to its emergency relief drive to support ongoing disaster operations for those affected by the typhoon. (Photo from Philippine Red Cross) With more than 11,800 families staying in over 200 evacuation centers in...
BACOLOD CITY – A mechanical engineering graduate of the Technological University of the Philippines-Visayas based in Talisay City, Negros Occidental topped the July 2024 Master Plumbers Licensure Examination (MPLE). Jobrylle John Tarrazona Simbahon, who garnered an 89 percent rating in the...
The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announced that 2,936 out of 6,191 examinees passed the Master Plumbers Licensure Examination (MPLE). Photo credit to MB Visual Content Group List of MPLE passers: PRC on July 17 announced that the top scorer was Jobrylle John Tarrazona Simbahon of...