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Always First, Always Ready, Always There The Philippine Red Cross is a non-profit, donor-funded, volunteer, humanitarian organization.
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These are our core values:

- We exist to bring timely, effective and compassionate assistance to the most vulnerable without consideration of nationality, race, religion, gender, social status or political affiliation.

- We strengthen our capability to assist the most vulnerable by expanding our donor base and by increasing the number of our well-trained volunteers.

- We honor our selves, our d

onors and volunteers by managing and utilizing our resources effectively, efficiently, with integrity and transparency.

- Our work ethic and encourages and rewards teamwork, excellent performance and the achievement of goals.

- We value our staff and volunteer and encourage them to grow their full potential in the organization.

- We are a stalwart member of the International Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement and advocate staunchly its Fundamental Principles and the International Humanitarian law.

- We cooperate with our sister National Societies, Government and other organizations engaged in humanitarian services and complement each other's competencies thereby maximizing the delivery of assistance to the vulnerable.

- We are Filipino and, by the consistent excellence of our conduct, performance and achievements, we aspire to be a worthy representative of the best of Filipino values and skills.

01/05/2026

𝘊𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘊𝘰𝘳𝘦: 𝘗𝘙𝘊 𝘔𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘛𝘦𝘢𝘮 𝘔𝘰𝘣𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘻𝘦𝘥 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘉𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘶𝘴 𝘍𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘢𝘭 𝘍𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘗𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘢𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘯

The world-famous Bangus Festival is in full swing in Dagupan City, and the Philippine Red Cross is on the ground to ensure everyone stays safe while celebrating.

Since midnight on April 30, our Emergency Medical Unit (EMU) Tent in Brgy. Lucao has been providing 24/7 medical standby for thousands of participants and visitors.

Led by Dr. Maika Rabang, our team of 8 nurses and 4 RC143 volunteers has already provided care to 16 individuals (4 males and 12 females). Our medical responders successfully managed 6 minor cases and monitored the vital signs of 2 patients. Additionally, the team handled 1 major medical emergency and facilitated 2 emergency transports for patients requiring higher-level hospital care.
We were honored by the visit of Dr. Vivencio Jose Villaflor III, PRC Pangasinan Chairman, who personally inspected the medical operations and boosted the morale of our frontline volunteers.

Whether you're enjoying the street dancing or the grand festivities, remember to stay hydrated and visit our medical tent if you feel unwell. The Red Cross is Always First, Always Ready, and Always There.

01/05/2026

Today, we honor the hard work, resilience, and unwavering dedication that move our nation forward. At the Philippine Red Cross, we celebrate the hands that serve and the hearts that care—from our first responders and medical teams to our logisticians and blood services staff. Your labor saves lives.

"Labor is not just about a paycheck; it is about human dignity, purpose, and the relentless drive to build a better future for our families and our country." - Richard J. Gordon , PRC Chairman & CEO

On this Labor Day, the Philippine Red Cross salutes every Filipino worker. We specifically honor our PRC heroes who work tirelessly—often behind the scenes—to deliver humanitarian aid wherever it is needed.

Your dedication is the backbone of our mission. Maraming salamat sa inyong serbisyo!

30/04/2026

𝘗𝘙𝘊 𝘚𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴 𝘊𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘵𝘩 𝘈𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘚𝘶𝘭𝘵𝘢𝘯 𝘒𝘶𝘥𝘢𝘳𝘢𝘵

In a massive push for community resilience, the Philippine Red Cross conducted a series of high-impact advocacy sessions across the Municipality of Esperanza.

Today, our team successfully reached four key communities and various Barangay Health Stations (BHS) within the Municipality of Esperanza. We engaged with 25 individuals at BHS Kangkong, 12 at BHS Villamor, 17 at BHS Saliao, and 6 at BHS Poblacion, alongside a large-scale session for 62 residents of Barangay Poblacion. In total, 122 clients were served, each receiving vital guidance on how to protect their families through timely vaccination.

To provide holistic protection, our advocacy went beyond immunization. We distributed a comprehensive suite of Information, Education, and Communication materials, including brochures and posters focusing on both Bakuna (Vaccination) and Dengue prevention. By equipping residents with these resources, we are empowering the community to maintain a clean, safe, and vaccinated environment.

The success of this extensive outreach was made possible by the coordination of 3 dedicated Community Service Representatives (CSR). Their presence on the ground ensures that the Philippine Red Cross remains a constant partner in public health, delivering essential services directly to the people of Sultan Kudarat.

30/04/2026

𝗣𝗥𝗖 𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗥𝗧 🔴: 𝗘𝘅𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗲𝘀 𝗔𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀!

The heat isn't letting up. According to the latest DOST-PAGASA forecast, multiple areas are still submerged in the "Danger" category, with heat indices reaching as high as 43°C.

Exposure at these levels can lead to heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and a high risk of heatstroke. Your safety is our priority—please take the necessary precautions!

TOP HEAT INDEX FORECAST (April 30, 2026):

43°C (Extreme Danger):
• Cavite City (Sangley Point)
• Aborlan, Palawan

42°C:
• Pasay City (NAIA), Dagupan City, Ilocos Norte (Batac), Nueva Ecija, Subic Bay, Dumangas (Iloilo), and Eastern Samar (Guiuan).

40°C - 41°C:
• Affecting major parts of Metro Manila (Quezon City), Cagayan, Tarlac, Albay, Zamboanga, Davao City, and General Santos City.

RED CROSS SAFETY CHECKLIST:

1. HYDRATE RELENTLESSLY: Drink water even if you don't feel thirsty. Avoid alcohol and caffeine, which dehydrate you further.
2. STAY IN THE SHADE: If you can, stay indoors between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM. If you're working outside, take frequent breaks in cool areas.
3. WEAR LIGHT: Stick to light-colored, loose, and breathable fabrics like cotton.
4. WATCH FOR SYMPTOMS: If someone shows signs of dizziness, rapid pulse, or nausea, move them to a cool place immediately and apply wet towels to their skin.

KNOW THE EMERGENCY NUMBER: In case of heat-related emergencies, dial 143 for the Philippine Red Cross or contact your local emergency units.

Share this post to alert your friends and family! Stay hydrated and stay safe, Pilipinas!

29/04/2026

𝘗𝘙𝘊 𝘋𝘪𝘴𝘱𝘢𝘵𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘴 𝘍𝘪𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘔𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘛𝘦𝘢𝘮𝘴 𝘵𝘰 4th-𝘈𝘭𝘢𝘳𝘮 𝘉𝘭𝘢𝘻𝘦 𝘪𝘯 𝘔𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘭𝘢

The 4th-alarm fire that broke out at the corner of Mayhaligue and Masangkay St. in Brgy. 264, Tondo, was officially declared fire out at 6:15 AM today, April 30. The early morning blaze, which began at 2:41 AM, affected an estimated 60 houses and caused partial damage to St. Mary's Academy.

The Philippine Red Cross remained on the frontlines throughout the incident. Our team of 11 personnel—including the firefighting crew from the NHQ Port Fire Truck and the medical team from the PRC Manila Ambulance—provided continuous support until the situation was fully contained.

As the community begins to assess the damage, our teams are transitioning to coordinate with local barangay officials to determine the immediate relief and welfare needs of the displaced families. We stand with the people of Tondo during this trying time.

The Red Cross is Always First, Always Ready, and Always There.

29/04/2026

𝘚𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘞𝘰𝘳𝘥: 𝘗𝘙𝘊 𝘊𝘩𝘢𝘮𝘱𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘝𝘢𝘤𝘤𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘈𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘗𝘢𝘴𝘢𝘺 𝘊𝘪𝘵𝘺

As part of the global celebration of World Immunization Week, the Philippine Red Cross took to the streets to ensure that life-saving health information reaches the heart of our communities. On April 27, 2026, our team focused on the power of education, recognizing that informed families are the strongest defense against preventable diseases.

During this mission, we directly engaged with 25 individuals, providing them with essential facts about the safety and importance of vaccines. By addressing questions and sharing reliable health information, we are helping to build a community that is better protected and more resilient.

The success of this advocacy mission was made possible by the dedication of 3 mobilized volunteers. These individuals serve as our frontline messengers, bringing humanitarian service and vital health education directly to the people. Their commitment to public health ensures that the Red Cross remains a trusted voice in every neighborhood.

29/04/2026

𝘈 𝘍𝘶𝘭𝘭 𝘚𝘱𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘳𝘶𝘮 𝘰𝘧 𝘊𝘢𝘳𝘦: 𝘗𝘙𝘊 𝘚𝘦𝘳𝘷𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘈𝘥𝘢𝘮𝘴𝘰𝘯 𝘜𝘯𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘪𝘯 𝘔𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘭𝘢

In a powerful display of humanitarian service for World Immunization Week, the Philippine Red Cross brought a comprehensive mobile clinic to Adamson University on April 27, 2026. This mission went beyond advocacy, providing direct medical interventions and diagnostic services to ensure that students, staff, and community members have access to the healthcare they deserve.

Our team successfully served 171 clients, delivering a wide array of medical services in a single day. The outreach provided 74 medical consultations with basic medicines, 57 X-rays, 55 ECGs, 40 dental check-ups, 80 blood chemistry tests, and 51 urinalysis procedures. To complement these clinical services, we also conducted Healthy Lectures on Immunization and First Aid Lecture-Demonstrations for 60 participants, ensuring that health education remains a cornerstone of our mission.

An operation of this scale was made possible by the mobilization of 20 dedicated volunteers. We extend our deepest gratitude to our volunteer doctors, Luverne Dela Cruz and Lia Silvestre, and our team of nurses: Sanny David Mejos, Diana Marie Calderon, Mari An Rodriguez, Helmwilane Honrado, and Paul Virtudazo. This professional team was ably supported by 5 Medical Corps students and 8 support volunteers, all working in unison to provide seamless care.

We recognize the invaluable support of our health partners who helped make this mission a reality. Our collaboration with the Manila Health Department, PhilHealth, and Adamson University demonstrates the impact we can achieve when government, academia, and humanitarian sectors unite for public health.

29/04/2026

𝘗𝘙𝘊 𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘮𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘴 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘵𝘩 𝘪𝘯 𝘉𝘳𝘨𝘺. 𝘚𝘢𝘯 𝘎𝘢𝘣𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘭 𝘪𝘯 𝘚𝘢𝘯 𝘗𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘰 𝘊𝘪𝘵𝘺

The Philippine Red Cross continues its dedicated push for a healthier Laguna this World Immunization Week. On April 29, 2026, our team took to the frontline to ensure that the message of protection through immunization reaches the heart of our local neighborhoods, empowering families with the knowledge they need to stay safe.

During this mission, we served 20 clients, providing them with clear, actionable information on how vaccines save lives and protect our community from preventable outbreaks.

This initiative was driven by the commitment of our 2 mobilized volunteers, including a Registered Nurse who spearheaded the educational session. Their expertise and presence on the ground ensure that our humanitarian services are delivered with care and professional guidance, reinforcing our mission to be always first, always ready and always there.

29/04/2026

𝘗𝘙𝘊 𝘌𝘮𝘱𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘊𝘢𝘣𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘢𝘯 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘞𝘰𝘳𝘭𝘥 𝘐𝘮𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘻𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘞𝘦𝘦𝘬 𝘪𝘯 𝘐𝘭𝘰𝘪𝘭𝘰

Safety and health took center stage at the Cabatuan Sports and Cultural Center as the Philippine Red Cross marked World Immunization Week 2026. On April 25, our team transformed the venue into a hub of life-saving knowledge, ensuring that the community is not only protected by vaccines but also prepared for emergencies.

A total of 71 clients were served during this comprehensive health and safety mission in Cabatuan. The initiative focused on a dual approach to community resilience, starting with Healthy Lectures (Paalalang Pangkalusugan) regarding Measles and other Vaccine-Preventable Diseases. By reaching all 71 participants with these vital updates, we are strengthening the shield of immunity across the municipality.

Protection goes beyond immunization. Our team also conducted First Aid Lectures and Demonstrations (Paunang Lunas at Maging Laging Handa!) for all 71 attendees. This session provided community members with practical skills to act decisively during accidents or medical emergencies, embodying the Red Cross spirit of being always ready.

The success of this event was driven by the synergy between our dedicated staff and the RC143 volunteer force. We also extend our gratitude to our health partners at COMRCY CABATUAN for their vital support in making this mission possible.

From life-saving vaccines to life-saving first aid, we are committed to building a safer Iloilo for everyone.

29/04/2026

𝘗𝘙𝘊 𝘚𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴 𝘉𝘢𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘢𝘺 𝘎𝘶𝘭𝘰𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘘𝘶𝘦𝘻𝘰𝘯 𝘊𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘞𝘰𝘳𝘭𝘥 𝘐𝘮𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘻𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘞𝘦𝘦𝘬

The Philippine Red Cross intensified its health caravan this World Immunization Week, conducting a massive vaccination and education drive across multiple communities.

On April 29, 2026, our dedicated team successfully reached six key communities within Barangay Gulod, including Villareal, Genoveva, Maxima, Bayabasan, San Luis, and San Ignacio in Quezon City. We vaccinated a total of 57 children, providing 55 doses of the Measles-Rubella (MR) vaccine, along with PCV and Penta boosters. Beyond immunization, we conducted extensive health promotion sessions on the importance of "Bakuna," empowering 134 individuals with the knowledge to protect their families.

To ensure the message of protection resonates long after our team leaves, we strategically posted 18 "Tigdas" (Measles) awareness posters throughout the area.

The scale of this operation was made possible by the collective effort of our healthcare volunteers. Leading the frontline was one Registered Nurse supported by five energetic MedCorp Students who assisted in both clinical and promotional activities. Their dedication exemplifies the spirit of the Red Cross—being always first, always ready, and always there to serve the most vulnerable.

29/04/2026

𝘗𝘙𝘊 𝘙𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘴 𝘖𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘔𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘊𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥𝘳𝘦𝘯 𝘪𝘯 𝘉𝘳𝘨𝘺. 𝘚𝘪𝘤𝘰𝘵 in 𝘛𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘶𝘣 𝘊𝘪𝘵𝘺

This World Immunization Week, the Philippine Red Cross continues to prove that vaccines work for all ages. Our Tangub City Chapter took the mission to Barangay Sicot on April 29, 2026, ensuring that both children and mothers receive the life-saving protection they deserve.

Our dedicated team successfully reached the community of Sicot, providing essential vaccines to a total of 14 clients. This mission was a multi-generational effort, with 10 children receiving their routine immunizations and 4 mothers being vaccinated to ensure their continued health and safety. The vaccines administered included IPV, PENTA, MR, and TD, covering a vital range of protection against preventable diseases.

The success of this deployment rests on the shoulders of our incredible healthcare heroes. We mobilized 3 skilled volunteers, including 2 Registered Nurses and 1 Registered Midwife, working hand-in-hand with our committed PRC Staff. Their expertise and humanitarian spirit are what make these community missions possible, bridging the gap between healthcare facilities and those who need them most.

From infants to parents, we are committed to leaving no one behind in our journey toward a vaccine-preventable disease-free future.

29/04/2026

𝘉𝘶𝘪𝘭𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘦𝘳 𝘍𝘶𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘪𝘯 𝘑𝘰𝘭𝘰, 𝘚𝘶𝘭𝘶

The Philippine Red Cross continues its mission of care and protection as we celebrate World Immunization Week.

Our Sulu Chapter was active on the ground on April 29, 2026, reaching out to the heart of the community to ensure that every family has the information they need to stay safe from preventable diseases.

Our team successfully visited Barangay Tulay in Jolo, Sulu, conducting an essential Health Promotion Session focused on Bakuna. During this mission, we were able to serve and empower 40 clients, providing them with vital knowledge on the importance of life-saving vaccines for children and the entire community.

This effort was made possible through the dedication of 4 mobilized volunteers, led by our Registered Nurse, Sophia U. Alih, RN. The combined commitment of our staff and volunteers ensures that the Philippine Red Cross remains a reliable partner in public health, bringing humanitarian service to the areas where it is needed most.

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