21 donors join MMSU, PRC Ilocos Norte bloodletting drive

By Criztalene Victorio
 
21 blood donors joined Mariano Marcos State University, in partnership with the Philippine Red Cross (PRC)- Ilocos Norte Chapter, in a bloodletting activity today, October 22, at the university’s Infirmary Center.
 
The donors included students, faculty members, university employees, and other volunteers who met the qualifications for blood donation. Eligible donors were required to be 18 to 65 years old, weigh at least 50 kilograms, and meet the prescribed vital signs requirements.
 
The collected blood will be added to MMSU’s ongoing contribution to the PRC blood bank, supporting a valuable amount of blood supply for patients in the hospitals, clinics and other health facilities in Ilocos Norte.
 
As an added incentive, the first five MMSU employees who participated in the activity received free Bronze Memberships from the MMSU Multipurpose Cooperative.
 
Dr. Maria Theresa Rasos, Director of Health and Wellness Services expressed her gratitude for all the donors who participated likewise to partners and organizers who put all the efforts and contributions to make the event possible.
 
“We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all our blood donors for sharing not only your blood but also your time, generosity, and humanity. We also express appreciation to the PRC and MMSU Multipurpose Cooperative for their invaluable partnership, professional assistance and unwavering commitment to promoting voluntary blood donation,” Dr. Rasos said.
 
Organized by the Health and Wellness Services- Infirmary and the Philippine Red Cross, the activity aimed to continue its service to the community through initiatives that promote public health and help address the needs of the community.
 
CHS Red Cross Youth Council, MMSU Multipurpose Cooperative, Knights of Nurses and Insight also supported the event.