Relying on a voluntary blood donation system since 1947 for adequate, safe, quality and affordable blood supply, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) assures the public that it has sufficient blood for the whole nation. 

“Our Assistant Secretary-General and Head of National Blood Services Dr. Christie Monina Nalupta reported to me that there is a prominent hospital in need of blood supply. In fact, we established partnerships with St. Lukes Medical Center, Cardinal Santos Medical Center, AC Healthway Cancer Center and Sacred Heart Malolos for their blood supply whenever they need it,” Chairman Gordon said. 

“I assure our people that the Philippine Red Cross is ready to provide blood to hospitals across the country. May daily monitoring tayo ng nakukuhang dugo mula sa blood facilities natin, inire-report ‘yan sa Operations Center namin sa National Headquarters kaya siguradong sapat ang supply ng dugo para sa ating mga kababayan,” Gordon added. 

As the country’s major blood supplier, PRC ensures a steady blood supply from voluntary blood donation from its regular donors and partners, creating a culture of volunteerism through its dynamic blood donation efforts. 

In 2024, the PRC collected 588,575 blood units; dispensed 608,484 blood bags; and served 301,852 patients.  

From its first blood bank in 1947, the PRC now has 109 operational blood facilities nationwide. 

For blood inquiries and concerns, the public may call the PRC’s hotline at 1158.