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PH RED CROSS GEARS UP FOR UNDAS 2025

In preparation for this year’s observance of All Saint’s Day (Nov. 1) and All Soul’s Day (Nov. 2), the Philippine Red Cross is gearing up for the 2025 Undas Operation by mobilizing 2,200 first aiders and 92 chapters, covering 314 areas nationwide.According to the Philippine Red Cross, 284 First Aid Stations and 141 Welfare Desks […]

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TP DONATES P1M TO PRC FOR QUAKE-HIT COMMUNITIES

The Philippine Red Cross (PRC), led by Chairman and CEO Dick Gordon, received a ₱1 million donation from TP in the Philippines (formerly Teleperformance) to help sustain relief operations for families affected by recent earthquakes and disasters. Gordon expressed gratitude for TP’s continued partnership and compassion. “The Philippine Red Cross is always first to respond […]

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PHILHEALTH AGREES TO SETTLE UNPAID PRC SERVICES

The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) and the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) reaffirmed their long-standing partnership through the signing of a supplemental Memorandum of Agreement (MOA).  This marked a renewed commitment to strengthening collaboration in public health response. The ceremony, held at the PRC Tower in Mandaluyong City, was attended by PRC Chairman and CEO […]

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PH RED CROSS DEPLOYS TENTS TO EARTHQUAKE-HIT CEBU

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., together with DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon, personally called Philippine Red Cross (PRC) Chairman Dick Gordon to urgently seek the Red Cross’ assistance in deploying tents for families displaced by the recent earthquake in Northern Cebu. “The province of Cebu is and will always be close to my heart. That is why […]

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RED CROSS ASSURES BLOOD SUPPLY FOR QUAKE-HIT CEBU

In the wake of the recent earthquake that struck Cebu, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) Cebu Blood Center is sending urgently needed blood units to the Cebu Provincial Hospital in Bogo. PRC Chairman Dick Gordon assured the public of the organization’s readiness to provide support, especially in times of crisis.  “Sa ganitong panahon ng sakuna, […]

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PRC, CEBU PROVINCE SIGN BLOOD SAMARITAN FUND PACT

PRC Chairman and CEO Dick Gordon signed an agreement with Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro and the Cebu Provincial Government, allocating P2 million to the Blood Samaritan Fund, ensuring indigent patients across Cebu have access to free blood that can be delivered to hospitals when needed.  An additional P1.212 million was dedicated to registering 1,010 PDRRMO […]

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PRC SENDS AID CARAVAN TO CAGAYAN, ILOCOS NORTE

The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) has mobilized its Humanitarian Caravan to Cagayan and Ilocos Norte to deliver life-saving assistance to communities severely affected by Super Typhoon Nando (Ragasa) and the enhanced southwest monsoon that has triggered widespread flooding, strong winds, and property damage. PRC Chairman Dick Gordon emphasized the organization’s commitment to rapid and effective […]

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DOTR DISTRIBUTES BIKES, BACKS ACTIVE TRANSPORT

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) and Grab Philippines distributed bicycles and equipment to 20 recipients as part of the agency’s initiative to encourage the use of bicycles as a form of active transport. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. assured that the government will prioritize active transport—cycling and walking—by according the highest priority in the hierarchy of […]

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PH RED CROSS LAUNCHES CPR CARAVAN

To further amplify the importance of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) as a lifesaving skill and reinforce its call for more first aiders, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) held a series of activities nationwide to celebrate the National CPR Day with the theme: Shaping Culture: Towards a CPR-Ready Philippines.  A simultaneous CPR was conducted at the University […]

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PH RED CROSS, ROTARY HOLD NATIONWIDE BLOOD DRIVE

In line with the celebration of the Blood Donors’ Month, the Philippine Red Cross and Rotary Club District 3850 joined forces for another lifesaving initiative through “Unite for Good: Give Blood, Save Lives”—a nationwide simultaneous blood donation recently. The event brought together Rotarians, blood donors, volunteers, and medical personnel to share the gift of life […]