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The Philippine Red Cross recently welcomed Marielle Geraedts, Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to the Philippines, for a courtesy visit at PRC National Headquarters. Geraedts was joined by key representatives from the embassy, including her daughter—who is a health service volunteer—Nicky Ten Bosch. Joining the delegation were Lauren Wessel, Political Secretary of the […]
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) Blood Summit 2026 sustained its focus on blood safety, sustainability, and innovation, as experts and partners exchanged insights on quality systems, donor engagement, digital transformation, and multi-sectoral collaboration. The discussions reinforced a shared commitment to ensuring safe, adequate, and accessible blood services for communities nationwide. “The lifeblood of our nation […]
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) and Japan’s Tokushukai Medical Group reaffirmed their commitment to advancing humanitarian healthcare during a strategic partnership meeting held at the PRC National Headquarters in Mandaluyong City.The Tokushukai delegation was led by Dr. Shuzo Kobayashi, Executive Managing Director of Tokushukai Medical Group and President & CEO of Shonan Kamakura General Hospital, […]
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) received a donation of P150,000 in cash and 20 sets of solar lights from the Embassy of Malaysia in Manila and the Malaysia Chamber of Commerce and Industries Philippines (MCCI) to support communities in Cebu affected by the recent earthquake and typhoons. The Embassy of Malaysia and the MCCI has […]
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) distributed ₱8.3 million worth of cash assistance to 1,083 families in Barangays San Miguel, Calambua, and Tacup in San Remegio, Cebu to help them address their immediate needs after the 6.9-magnitude earthquake.The event was led by PRC Secretary General Dr. Gwendolyn Pang and attended by several guests and local officials, […]
After more than 48 continuous hours in the field, the spirit of service of the Philippine Red Cross volunteers and staff remained unbroken, as PRC Chairman Dick Gordon expressed his heartfelt gratitude and salute to those serving on the frontlines of the Nazareno 2026. “To our volunteers and staff who gave their strength, time, and […]
As the country welcomes the New Year, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) is calling on the public to start the year by giving patients a new lease on life through blood donation. While the holiday season and gift-giving celebrations may have ended, the need for blood remains constant. Hospitals continue to rely on a steady […]
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) responded to 53 fire incidents nationwide in December 2025. The PRC deployed 20 fire trucks and 61 ambulances nationwide to provide immediate rescue and medical attention to families affected by fires. Based on past experiences of the PRC, December is a peak month for fire incidents, a period when vigilance […]
The University of the Philippines Diliman triumphed over 10 other law schools to claim the championship in the 2025 National Moot Court Competition on International Humanitarian Law (IHL), held from December 2 to December 4, 2025. This year’s competition marks the 20th edition of the annual contest, organized by the Philippine Red Cross in partnership […]
The Philippine Red Cross reaffirmed its partnership with the Philippine Association of Medical Technologists (PAMET) as PRC Chairman and CEO Dick Gordon addressed participants at the 61st PAMET Annual Convention held at the Manila Hotel. The long-standing collaboration between PRC and PAMET underscores a shared commitment to strengthening healthcare systems and expanding access to life-saving […]