Philippine Army soldiers, reservists, civilian personnel, and volunteer stakeholders donated a total of 31,096 blood bags during a nationwide blood drive last week, surpassing the previous records set in March and August of this year.
The activity is anchored on the theme “Dugong Alay Mo, Sandigan ng Buhay Ko,” which is part of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) 89th Anniversary Celebration.
This initiative is in partnership with the Department of Health (DOH), the Dugong Alay, Dugtong Buhay (DADB) Foundation, and various partner hospitals.
Philippine Army Spokesperson Colonel Louie Dema-ala stated that the blood donation program aims to ignite a culture of “Bayanihan” and volunteerism among Filipinos while assisting our “kababayans” who are in dire need of blood supplies.
It is also important to note that citizens requiring blood transfusions can become beneficiaries through recommendations and endorsements from soldiers, reservists, and reservist organizations within their barangays and local government units (LGUs).
Those interested in obtaining blood supplies from the Army’s donations may inquire at the nearest Community Defense Centers (CDCs) or Regional Community Defense Group (RCDG) units under the Reserve Command of the Philippine Army (RCPA).
In his remarks, Lt. Gen. Roy M. Galido PA emphasized that even a small contribution can have a significant impact on the lives of every Filipino.
“Together, through our dedication and shared vision, we can achieve impactful results and strive toward even greater causes to uplift our people and our nation as we build the Bagong Pilipinas,” he said.
Army personnel, reservists, and other volunteer civilian donors collectively donated 24,841 blood bags during the second PA-wide National Heroes Day blood donation drive on August 25, 2024.
Meanwhile, the first PA-wide blood donation drive held from March 8 to March 9, 2024 netted 25,237 blood bags—comprising 7,058 blood bags from active personnel and 18,179 blood bags from reservists and other donors.
