Blood Donation in the Philippines

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What are some critical situations in which blood is needed?

Blood is essential for individuals who have undergone surgery, accidents, or trauma, as well as for dengue and cancer patients.

What are the two laws regulating blood utilization and processing in the Philippines?

The two laws are R.A 7719, the National Blood Services Act of 1994, and R.A 1517, which regulates the collection, processing, and sale of human blood.

Name the two primary agencies that facilitate blood donation and education in the Philippines.

The primary agencies are the Philippine Red Cross and the Philippine Blood Coordinating Council (PBCC).

What significant event took place with the Philippine Red Cross on August 1900?

The Filipino Red Cross Society was recognized during the Filipino-American War. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the importance of the Philippine Red Cross Charter enacted by R.A 95 in 1947.

R.A 95 established the Philippine Red Cross Charter, recognizing the organization and appointing Mrs. Aurora Aragon Quezon as chairman. Signup and view all the answers

What role does the Philippine Blood Coordinating Council (PBCC) play in the community?

The PBCC aims to educate the public on the benefits of voluntary blood donation. Signup and view all the answers

How did World War II influence the establishment of Red Cross chapters in the Philippines?

Post-World War II, 36 chapters of the Red Cross were established across the country to provide organized humanitarian aid. Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of R.A 10072 enacted in 2009 regarding the Philippine Red Cross?

R.A 10072 updated the Philippine Red Cross Act to align with the Geneva Convention. Signup and view all the answers

Which group of patients is currently identified as needing blood the most?

Cancer patients Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the Philippine Blood Coordinating Council (PBCC)?

To educate about voluntary blood donation Signup and view all the answers

What significant change occurred in1925 regarding the Philippine Red Cross?

It became an independent organization Signup and view all the answers

Which law established the framework for the collection and processing of human blood in the Philippines?

R.A 1517 Signup and view all the answers

Which historical event led to the establishment of 36 Red Cross chapters in the Philippines?

World War II Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT true about the Philippine Red Cross?

Is a governmental organization Signup and view all the answers

Who was appointed as the chairman of the Philippine Red Cross when it was chartered in 1947?

Mrs. Aurora Aragon Quezon Signup and view all the answers

What impact does the rainy season have on dengue cases in the Philippines?

Increase in cases leading to more blood requests Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Blood: A Vital Resource

Blood is a life-saving component essential for individuals who have undergone surgery, accidents, or trauma.
Individuals with dengue and cancer, especially during rainy seasons, require substantial blood donations.

Blood Donation Regulations in the Philippines

R.A 7719 (National Blood Services Act of 1994) and R.A 1517 (Regulating the collection, Processing and Sale of Human Blood, and the Establishment and Operation of Blood Banks and Blood Processing Laboratories) are laws that govern blood utilization, transfer, and processing.

Key Blood Donation Agencies in the Philippines

Philippine Red Cross (PRC)
- Established on February 17, 1899, under the initiative of Apolinario Mabini.
- Mrs. Hilario Del Rosario De Aguinaldo was the first president.
- Officially recognized in 1900 during the Filipino-American War.
- Appointed Mrs. Aurora Aragon Quezon as chairman in 1947.
- R.A 95 (Philippine Red Cross Charter), which officially recognizes the PRC, was signed in 1947.
- The PRC was inaugurated in Malacañang Palace on April 15, 1947.
- R.A 10072 (The Philippine Red Cross Act of 2009) confirms its conformity with the Geneva Convention.
- The PRC celebrates its anniversary on April 15th.
Philippine Blood Coordinating Council (PBCC)
- Promotes voluntary blood donation to educate the public about its benefits.
- Highlights the cyclical replenishment of blood in women due to menstruation, while men only recycle their blood.

Blood Donation

Blood is a vital component for individuals undergoing surgery, accidents, or trauma.
Dengue and cancer patients also require significant blood donations
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) and Philippine Blood Coordinating Council (PBCC) are the primary agencies promoting blood donation and education.

Philippine Red Cross

Founded on February 17, 1899.
Initially established as the National Association of the Red Cross under the initiative of Apolinario Mabini.
Mrs. Hilario Del Rosario De Aguinaldo served as the first president of the association.
In 1900, the Filipino Red Cross Society was recognized during the Filipino-American War.
The Red Cross was organized by Ayuntamiento in Manila following the war.
President Manuel L. Quezon established an independent Philippine Red Cross in 1934.
Full recognition of the Philippine Red Cross was delayed due to the Philippines' non-signatory status to the Geneve Conventions.
After World War II, 36 Red Cross chapters were established nationwide under the management of Dr. Horacio Yanzon.
On March 22, 1947, President Manuel Roxas enacted R.A 95, granting the Philippine Red Cross a charter and appointing Mrs. Aurora Aragon Quezon as chairman.
The PRC received international recognition under Mrs. Quezon’s leadership.
The PRC was inaugurated on April 15, 1947 in Malacañang Palace.
The PRC Act of 2009 (R.A 10072) was enacted by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo to align the organization with the Geneva Convention and establish a consistent legal framework.

Philippine Blood Coordinating Council (PBCC)

The PBCC’s primary purpose is to educate the public about the benefits of voluntary blood donation.
The PBCC emphasizes the importance of regular blood donation for women and men due to the monthly blood loss during menstruation in women and the lack of blood replenishment in men (only recycled blood).

Blood Donation Laws:

R.A 7719 – National Blood Services Act of 1994
R.A 1517 – Regulating the collection, processing and sale of human blood, and the establishment and operation of Blood Banks and Blood Processing Laboratories

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This quiz explores the vital role of blood donations in the Philippines, highlighting key regulations and organizations involved in blood donation. Learn about the importance of blood in medical emergencies and the legal framework that supports blood services in the country.