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PRC VACCINATES 1,300 LAGUNENSE IN CALAMBA

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The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) vaccinates 1,300 individuals belonging to the A4 category through its Bakuna Center in Light Industry and Science Park 2, Calamba, Laguna last October 27, 2021.
PRC Laguna Chapter, headed by its Chapter Administrator Frank Sorromero, spearheaded the vaccination efforts in Laguna with the assistance of the local government unit. As of October 15, 2021, PRC Laguna Chapter vaccinated 16,255 individuals through its Bakuna Bus and Bakuna Centers.
This initiative is part of the vision of PRC Chairman and CEO Sen. Dick Gordon to give the residents of Laguna access to PRC humanitarian services. On the same day, PRC also led the groundbreaking ceremony of the soon-to-build Blood Bank at the City of Sta. Rosa Laguna.
“Inilalapit natin sa mga taga Laguna an gating services upang makatulong sa mga nangangailangan. Ang ating Bakuna Centers at Bakuna Bus ay sinimulan ng Philippine Red Cross upang mabilis natin mabakunahan ang mas maraming tao at marating ang mga walang access dito. Pinangunahan din natin ang groundbreaking ceremony ng bagong PRC Blood Bank sa Sta. Rosa para mabigyan ng mas mabilis na access ang mga taga Sta. Rosa, Binan, San Pedro, at lahat na ngangailangan ng dugo,” Sen. Dick Gordon said.
PRC Laguna Chapter will continue to be of service to the most vulnerable people in Laguna, abiding by its mantra to be always first, always ready, and always there where help is needed.

RED CROSS: MAGING SAFE NGAYONG PANAHON NG UNDAS

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As COVID-19 restrictions slowly ease up in the country, the Philippine Red Cross(PRC) reminds everyone not to be complacent and continue to follow all protocols especially in this season of Undas.

With the country’s observance of Undas beginning as early as October 31, the humanitarian organization advises the public to continue following the Prevent-Detect-Isolate-Treat-Reintegrate (PDITR) policies of the government most especially if one is not fully vaccinated yet.

“Kailangan patuloy tayong mag ingat lagi kahit na bakunado ka na upang mas maging protektado ang ating sarili, ang ating pamilya, at ang ating komunidad kontra COVID-19, emphasized Chairman and CEO Senator Dick Gordon.

“Even if there is now an ease in restrictions, it would still be best to stay at home if possible this Undas especially if one is not vaccinated to avoid the large number of people who wish to spend the long weekend by visiting their loved ones’ graves in cemeteries or traveling out of town for a holiday,” added Gordon.

According to Gordon, it is important to be mindful of this pandemic to keep ourselves safe. He reminds the public that especially when you are out in public, traveling, or in a gathering, one should always take note of; hand hygiene, wearing face masks properly, regularly washing and/or disinfecting your hands especially before and after eating and using the toilet, respect for physical distancing, and the maintenance of respiratory etiquette.

He adds that at the same time, it is a must to arm yourself with information by always keeping yourself updated. Last but not least, it is very important to always be transparent, “Dapat lagi tayo maging tapat upang maging safe ang lahat. Mahalagang magsalita ng maayos sa iyong mga kasama lalo na sa panahon ng pandemya upang maayos na maipatupad ang lahat ng mga patakaran.”

PHILIPPINE RED CROSS AND ANGKAS CONDUCT A BLOOD DONATION DRIVE

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Since the need for blood never stops, the Philippine Red Cross(PRC), as the provider of fifty percent of the country’s blood supply, partners with Angkas on the last week of October to help replenish the blood reserves currently affected by the pandemic.

” While we continue our fight against COVID-19, we call on more people to help replenish the country’s blood supply. This is why I am grateful that Angkas has chosen to partner with us. Maraming salamat, Mr. George Royeca, Angkas Chief Transport Advocate, and Ms. Angeline Tham, Angkas CEO. This endeavor is indeed beneficial as the need for blood never stops,” said PRC Chairman and CEO Senator Dick Gordon.

According to the PRC Blood Services at the National Headquarters, Mandaluyong; beginning October 26, 2021, they aim to have ten blood donors per hour from Angkas as the Blood Service facility operates from 8 am to 5 pm daily. Blood donations started on October 26, 2021.

Last March 28, 2021, the humanitarian organization also conducted a blood drive in partnership with Angkas with over 24 blood donors. The PRC Blood Services added that Angkas is also planning on conducting more bloodletting activities as soon as the pandemic restrictions imposed by the LGUs become more flexible.

At the same time, Gordon calls on the people to keep in touch with all the 104 Red Cross chapters and 99 blood service facilities, or contact the hotline 143 for urgent blood concerns. “Magbigay ng dugo at tumulong magligtas ng buhay,” urged Gordon.

PRC also partnered with Angkas for home service of saliva testing, thereby providing jobs to thousands of motorcycle riders who lost their jobs during the pandemic.

“We understand that many of the motorcycle riders of delivery services lost their livelihood due to the pandemic. With this service, thousands of them were hired. We support these riders and the invaluable service they provide,” Gordon added.

PRC LEADS THE GROUNDBREAKING OF THE SOON-TO-RISE BLOOD BANK IN STA. ROSA LAGUNA

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The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) leads the groundbreaking ceremony of the new PRC Blood Bank that will soon rise in Sta. Rosa Laguna on October 27, 2021. The blood bank will serve the entire city and nearby cities such as Binan and San Pedro, Laguna, with a total population of 1,148, 250 as of 2020.

The groundbreaking ceremony will be attended virtually by PRC Chairman and CEO Sen. Dick Gordon, PRC Secretary General Elizabeth Zavalla, City Mayor Hon. Arlene Arcillas, Chairman of the Laguna Chapter Dir. Jaime B. Ching, Chapter Administrator Frank Gray M. Sorromero, and President of Isuzu Philippines Corporation Mr. Hajime Koso.

“Ako ay nagpapasalamat sa ating local government unit, donors, Board of Directors, staff, at volunteers sa inyong dedikasyon upang masimulan itong blood bank facility. Sa pamamagitan ng blood bank ay mas marami tayong matutulungan na higit na nangangailangan ng dugo. Mapapabilis din ang paghahatid ng services gaya ng blood services, disaster response, recovery, psychosocial first aid amongst others. Patuloy ang Philippine Red Cross sa pagtupad sa aming mantra to be always first, always ready, and always there kung saan nangangailangan ng tulong,” PRC Chairman and CEO Sen. Dick Gordon said.

PRC Laguna Chapter dispensed 71,640 units of blood from 2019 to September 2021. The soon-to-be-constructed blood bank will increase the chapter’s capacity to serve more individuals who need blood.

More than blood, the PRC Laguna Chapter started various initiatives to combat COVID-19. The PRC Laguna Chapter collected more than 5,995 saliva specimens in its saliva collection sites since opening in February 2021. The chapter also vaccinated more than 16,255 individuals in its Bakuna Centers and Bakuna Bus through the support of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC.)

The PRC Laguna Chapter continues to deliver its humanitarian services to alleviate human suffering and uplift the dignity of the most vulnerable community of Laguna.

RED CROSS HAS NOW VACCINATED MORE THAN 3,800 PERSONS DEPRIVED OF LIBERTY

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As the Philippine Red Cross stands to provide hope for the most vulnerable whom they serve without discrimination, the humanitarian organization deployed one of their Bakuna Buses to the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) in Binangonan, Rizal, vaccinating over 500 persons deprived of liberty.

“Patuloy ang mga staff at volunteers ng Red Cross na sumisikap nang bente-kwatrong oras bawat araw upang mapaglingkuran ang mga Pilipino. Nais naming maabot ang bawa’t sulok ng Pilipinas upang mahatid ng bakuna at makamit ang herd immunity,” reiterates Senator Dick Gordon, Chairman and CEO of PRC.

Out of the 107,497 individuals that the PRC Bakuna Bus vaccinated as of October 25, 2021, over 3,866 are persons deprived of liberty in BJMPs located in NCR, Region 6, and Region 7 with Sinovac.

According to PRC Health Services, the PRC Bakuna Bus drove to Navotas BJMP vaccinating over 747, Kalibo Aklan BJMP vaccinating over 142, and Iloilo BJMP vaccinating over 977 individuals with their first dose.

Additionally, the PRC Bakuna Buses in Cebu has also been driven to Talisay BJMP vaccinating over 1,700 individuals, and Bogo City BJMP vaccinating 300 individuals. On October 29, and 30, 2021, the PRC Bakuna Bus targets to vaccinate over 1000 individuals Danao City.

To register for vaccination, call 1158 or email us at [email protected].

Bakuna Centers (24)
NCR
PRC PLMC Mandaluyong
PRC EDSA Boni
PRC Pasay Chapter
PRC Port Area
PRC Manila – KABAKA
PRC Manila -Letran
PRC QC – Ever Commonwealth
PRC Rizal – Arcovia Mall Pasig
PRC Rizal – SanLo Mall Makati
PRC PICC

North Luzon
PRC Tarlac City Walk Mall
PRC Bulacan -BSU
PRC Olongapo – Harbor Point
PRC Bataan – Penelco
PRC Ilocos Norte – Robinsons
PRC La Union – Rotary Service Center

South Luzon
PRC Batangas Xentro Mall
PRC Cavite – SM Bacoor
PRC Cavite – VistaMall GenTri
PRC Laguna – Light Industry & Science Park II

Visayas
PRC NegrosOcc Gaisano

Mindanao
PRC Zamboanga City Chapter
PRC Iligan – Chung Hua
PRC Davao City – Archdiocese Compound

RED CROSS KICKS OFF 25TH BAKUNA CENTER IN PANGASINAN, VACCINATES 92 PEOPLE UNDER A4 CATEGORY

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The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) continues to be the government’s active ally in its aggressive National COVID-19 Vaccination Program to beat the pandemic. It recently inaugurated its 25th Bakuna Center located at CB Mall Urdaneta, Pangasinan, last October 26, 2021.

“Habang patuloy ang ating laban sa COVID-19, kailangan nating maging maliksi. Ipinapadala namin ang mga bakuna sa mas maraming rehiyon, nag-dedeploy ng karagdagang mga tao, at higit sa lahat pinapabakunahan ang mas maraming tao laban sa COVID-19,” reiterates Senator Dick Gordon.

Over 92 individuals from COVID-19 priority groups A4 received their first dose of the Moderna vaccine supplied by the government in the dry run. The kick-off is the start of PRC Pangasinan’s regular vaccination schedule which plans to innoculate Pangasinenses every Thursday and Friday.

To register for vaccination, call 1158 or email us at [email protected].

COVID-19 Bakuna Centers (25)
NCR
PRC PLMC Mandaluyong
PRC EDSA Boni
PRC Pasay Chapter
PRC Port Area
PRC Manila – KABAKA
PRC Manila -Letran
PRC QC – Ever Commonwealth
PRC Rizal – Arcovia Mall Pasig
PRC Rizal – SanLo Mall Makati
PRC PICC

North Luzon
PRC Tarlac City Walk Mall
PRC Bulacan -BSU
PRC Olongapo – Harbor Point
PRC Bataan – Penelco
PRC Ilocos Norte – Robinsons
PRC La Union – Rotary Serv Ctr
PRC Pangasinan – CB Mall

South Luzon
PRC Batangas Xentro Mall
PRC Cavite – SM Bacoor
PRC Cavite – VistaMall GenTri
PRC Laguna – LISP II

Visayas
PRC NegrosOcc Gaisano

Mindanao
PRC Zamboanga City Chapter
PRC Iligan – Chung Hua
PRC Davao City – Archdiocese Compound

PRC OVERALL ASSISTANCE TO MARING-BATTERED COMMUNITIES STILL ONGOING

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The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) provided the Maring-affected communities with food and non-food relief assistance through the help of the PRC chapters and Partner National Societies. PRC assisted thousands of families since Severe Tropical Storm Maring made landfall last October 11, 2021.

STS Maring affected 1,920 barangays in 127 municipalities located in 10 provinces, helping a total of 100,241 families or 400,401 individuals. STS Maring caused 41 deaths in Northern Luzon and damaged 6,360 houses, placing the affected provinces under a state of calamity.

PRC Chairman and CEO Sen. Dick Gordon immediately mobilized and deployed its assets to support the provinces in rescue and relief operations. PRC distributed basic needs such as clothing to 649 individuals in La Union, 3,139 bottles of waters, 2,000 jerry cans, 1,000 kitchen sets, 2,000 mosquito nets, 2,000 blankets, 2,000 sleeping mats, and 972 mattresses.

PRC also provided the provinces with bread to 1,665 individuals, 8,754 individuals with Hot Meals, and food items to 507 families.

Due to the ongoing pandemic, PRC made sure to promote hygiene to 1,075 individuals, distributing 92,000 liters of clean water serving 5,288 individuals. Face masks were also distributed to 2,047 individuals to prevent the transmission of COVID-19 while conducting relief operations.

“Patuloy ang Philippine Red Cross sa pagtulong sa mga nahihirapan sa panahaon ng kalamidad, lalo na ang mga most vulnerable. Ako ay nagpapasalamat sa lahat ng ating partners, staff, at volunteers sa walang pagod na tumutulong sa mga naapektuhan ng STS Maring. Makaaasa kayo na ang Red Cross ay patuloy sa pagbibigay ng pag-asa at i-uplift ang dignidad natin upang tayo ay makabangon at makatayo muli sa sarili nating mga paa,” Sen. Dick Gordon said.

PRC continues to provide relief operations as help is still on the way to aid the Maring-battered communities.

RED CROSS TYPHOON ROLLY (GONI) RECOVERY CONTINUES, 2ND BATCH OF HOUSES BUILT IN GUINOBATAN

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A year after Typhoon Rolly (Goni) hit the Bicol Region, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) is continuing its recovery operations by helping the victims of last year’s super typhoon to stand on their feet and begin life anew.

On October 26, the final materials for shelter construction were delivered to Brgy. Bubulusan, Guinobatan, where the 2nd batch of houses are about to be completed.

For this batch, 25 houses are undergoing finishing works in the Rolly-affected community in Guinobatan. PRC plans to erect 164 houses in total as part of its shelter construction and monitoring activities in the said province. Including this batch, PRC has already built 30 houses, one in Bgry. Salvacion in Daraga, and 29 houses in Brgy. Bubulusan in Guinobatan.

“What we are doing in the Bicol Region is critical. We need to help them quickly to rebuild their lives by building their homes. Tulad ng sinabi ko nuong isang taon nang tumama ang bagyong Rolly, hindi natin dapat pabayaan ang ating mga kababayan na harapin ang mga trahedya ng mag-isa. Nandito ang Red Cross para umagapay, hangga’t makakaya namin, hindi kami titigil sa pagtulong,” said PRC Chairman and CEO Senator Dick Gordon.

PRC targets to complete all 164 houses by June of next year to be ready for occupancy by the project beneficiaries. Each house comes complete with electrical works, plumbing, and a water system.

RED CROSS BAKUNA BUS VACCINATES IN PENABLANCA, CAGAYAN

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This week, the country’s premier humanitarian organization continues to send their Bakuna Buses to far-flung areas, especially communities that do not have easy access to vaccines.

“We commit to intensify our vaccination efforts as we all have one goal, to reach herd immunity,” reiterates Chairman and CEO Senator Dick Gordon.

Last October 25, 2021, one of the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) Bakuna Buses drove to Penablanca, Cagayan aiming to jab 167 individuals with Sinovac on the first day, and 95 individuals on the second day.

On October 29 and 30, 2021, PRC volunteers and staff in Cagayan will drive to Aparri East to vaccinate 189 individuals, and Buguey 1 to vaccinate 120 with Sinovac.

According to PRC Health Services, as of October 25, the PRC Bakuna Bus in Cagayan provided by Victory Liner has vaccinated over 5,382 individuals ever since the humanitarian organization first rolled out the buses last September 9, 2021. Out of the 5,382, over 2,960 are now fully vaccinated by the PRC Cagayan Chapter.

RED CROSS TRAINED 43,206 FIRST AIDERS FOR THIS YEAR ALONE WHILE COVID CONTINUES

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The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) has already trained 43,206 first aiders from January to October of this year while the country is battling COVID-19. PRC says that the trained first aiders can help reduce the strain on the country’s emergency medical services as qualified first aiders are trained in recognizing and treating a vast variety of injuries and illnesses that can occur at home and in the workplace.

As the COVID-19 pandemic overloads the country’s medical systems, trained first aiders have the skills that can help prevent someone’s condition from deteriorating whilst waiting for an emergency to come. Knowing when and how to give proper CPR can be the difference between life and death, especially during a pandemic.

The PRC-trained first aiders come from all regions of the Philippines with 13,918 trained in the National Capital Region, 5,401 in Northern Luzon, 4,138 in Central Luzon, 4,473 in Southern Tagalog, 1,869 in Bico Region, 6,805 in the Visayas, and 6,602 in Mindanao.

“Basic first aid skills are very important and making it accessible to all is an important humanitarian act. It is, therefore, a crucial must. During the pandemic, with restrictions and safety protocols, PRC is finding ways to reach more people and to fulfill the goal of having one first aider per household. We are encouraging everyone to be that first aid hero in your family, in your school, and your community,” said PRC Chairman and CEO Senator Dick Gordon.

This pandemic has made learning first aid quite challenging and the PRC has adjusted to the new normal by teaching this life-saving training online. For more details regarding PRC’s first aid training course, contact the Safety Services Department via email [email protected] / [email protected] or call them at (02)-8790-2366.

Philippine Red Cross

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