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PRC RIZAL CHAPTER GETS 3RD AMBULANCE FROM UNILAB

United Laboratories Inc. (Unilab) officially turned over a brand-new, fully equipped ambulance to the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) Rizal Chapter.  Complete with an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and an emergency medical jumpkit bag, this vehicle marks the 3rd ambulance donated by Unilab to Rizal Chapter, the 8th active ambulance for the PRC Rizal Chapter, and […]

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MMDA BARES 1ST BATCH OF 52ND MMFF ENTRIES

Continuing the Christmas tradition of putting Filipino films into the spotlight, the Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) unveiled its first four entries as it expands the film fest journey outside Metro Manila with three cities coming together to celebrate its 52nd edition. At the announcement of the first batch of entries at the East Wing […]

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PH RED CROSS HOLDS EMERGENCY RESPONSE WORKSHOP

The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) strengthened its Flood and Typhoon Early Action Protocols (EAPs) during a two-day workshop held at its National Headquarters. The workshop integrated a Fragility, Conflict, and Violence (FCV) lens to make humanitarian response safer and more effective in communities facing both disasters and conflict. PRC personnel and chapter representatives learned risk […]

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PH RED CROSS HONORS BLOOD DONORS IN MARIKINA CITY

In celebration of World Blood Donor Day, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) held a special awarding ceremony at the Riverbanks Center in Marikina City to honor incredible “blood galloners” and dedicated partner organizations for their unwavering commitment to saving lives. Earlier in the day, a blood donation drive was also held at the venue, drawing […]

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MMDA, JCI-MANILA PARTNER FOR WASTE UPCYLING

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) and the Junior Chamber International (JCI) Manila formalized their partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement [MOA] for the implementation of Project Hiraya: Turning Waste into Worth, Creating Futures – an innovative environmental and social development initiative aimed at transforming plastic waste into meaningful opportunities for communities […]

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PH RED CROSS: BE PROACTIVE AGAINST EXTREME HEAT

The Philippines remains vulnerable to extreme heat, with risks heightened by climate variability and climate change.  Preparedness and awareness must continue beyond the summer months.  So even as the monsoon rains bring cooler temperatures, high humidity can intensify heat stress, making it feel hotter than the actual air temperature and making it harder for our […]

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PH RED CROSS HOLDS 143 BASIC TRAINING COURSE

The Philippine Red Cross conducted the Pilot Training for the Red Cross 143 Basic Training Course, reinforcing its flagship volunteer program initiative that aims to equip volunteers in every barangay with the knowledge, skills, and values needed by a Red Cross volunteer. Under the RC143 Program, PRC aims to organize 44 volunteers in every barangay […]

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PRC GETS 4 VOLUNTEER EMERGENCY RESPONSE VEHICLES

The Philippine Red Cross (PRC), in partnership with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), marked the turnover of four (4) Volunteer Emergency Response Vehicles (VERVs), at the PRC National Headquarters, strengthening its nationwide emergency response network and volunteer mobilization capacity. These VERVs are part of a nationwide emergency response network of the PRC […]

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PRC JOINS WORLD RED CROSS AND RED CRESCENT DAY

The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) joined the global celebration of World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day, marking 79 years of nonstop commitment to helping communities worldwide alongside the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), and 191 Red Cross and Red Crescent National […]

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PH RED CROSS BATS FOR BETTER CRISIS COMMUNICATION

The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) remains a steadfast pillar in the country’s humanitarian landscape, working hand-in-hand with the government while staying true to our fundamental principles.  With 102 chapters nationwide, our ability to connect with beneficiaries, donors, volunteers, and the public is not just a priority—it is a lifeline. “In the middle of a disaster, […]