CARIGARA, LEYTE — To bolster local medical supplies and commemorate key health observances, the Municipal Health Office (MHO) of Carigara, in partnership with the Philippine National Red Cross Tacloban City Chapter and the Department of Health (DOH) Eastern Visayas, will conduct a Mass Bloodletting Activity on Monday, November 9, 2026.
The municipal health drive will take place at the Barangay Baybay Multipurpose Gym starting at 8:00 AM, carrying the official slogan "Donate Blood, Save Lives! Healthy Community, A Healthier Carigara!"
Supporting Community Health Observances
Organized as part of local activities for Lung Cancer Awareness Month and National Children's Month, the initiative highlights the critical need for voluntary blood donations to support pediatric patients, surgical procedures, and emergency treatments across Leyte's healthcare facilities.
Health officials emphasized that regular blood donations help maintain stable inventories at regional blood centers, ensuring timely medical care for patients undergoing critical operations and cancer therapies.
Donor Screening And Participation Guidelines
The event is open to healthy individuals from Carigara and neighboring towns. On-site health personnel and Red Cross medical teams will guide prospective donors through pre-screening procedures, including blood pressure checks, hemoglobin screening, and brief medical histories.
Basic requirements for prospective blood donors include:
Age: 18 to 65 years old (16-17 year-olds permitted with written parental consent).
Weight: Minimum of 110 lbs (50 kg).
Pre-Donation Prep: Adequate sleep (at least 5–6 hours), proper hydration, and avoidance of alcoholic beverages 24 hours prior to donation.
Local health advocates invite community members to participate, supporting civic unity while contributing directly to lifesaving health reserves across the province.
