More than a hundred volunteers rolled up their sleeves at SM City Grand Central, SM Center Sangandaan, and SM City Valenzuela, taking part in
blood donation drives held ahead of the Holy Week observance.
Organized in partnership with the Department
of Health’s Philippine Blood Center (PBC), SM Foundation Inc. (SMFI), and SM’s
Medical Services Division, the one-day initiative resulted in 129 eligible
donors successfully completing the screening process and contributing
lifesaving blood donations. The activity is part of a broader
campaign supporting the National Blood Services Act of 1994 (RA 7719), which
promotes voluntary blood donation and ensures the availability of safe blood
for patients in need across the nation.
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Mary
Grace Batoon, a nurse stationed at SM City Grand Central, highlighted the
life-saving impact of each donation. “Each unit of blood can be separated into
red blood cells, plasma, and platelets, which can be transfused to multiple
patients based on their individual needs,” she explained.
“Every unit counts. Even a single donation can save multiple lives,” Batoon
added.
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SM Malls plans to
continue these efforts throughout the year, inviting communities to participate
in life-saving initiatives and help meet the nation’s ongoing need for safe and
adequate blood supply in the country.
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