TACLOBAN CITY, LEYTE — The Dugong Bombo 2026 bloodletting activity was successfully held on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at Robinsons North Tacloban, drawing strong community participation throughout the day. Spearheaded by Bombo Radyo Tacloban in close partnership with the Philippine Red Cross – Leyte Chapter, the annual corporate social responsibility initiative transformed the bustling commercial hub into a vibrant center of civic generosity and lifesaving action. Volunteers from all walks of life, including students, local professionals, uniformed personnel, and regular blood donors, lined up early to undergo medical screening and contribute to the regional blood bank, demonstrating Taclobanons' enduring commitment to helping fellow citizens during medical emergencies.
Medical personnel and trained volunteers from the Philippine Red Cross – Leyte Chapter meticulously managed every stage of the donation process, ensuring strict adherence to health protocols, donor safety, and sterile collection standards. Before donating, each participant underwent thorough vital signs checks, hemoglobin testing, and confidential medical consultations to guarantee they were physically fit to give blood safely. Meanwhile, broadcast journalists and staff from Bombo Radyo Tacloban actively facilitated registration, provided donor refreshments, and delivered live on-air updates encouraging more residents to visit the mall venue. Their coordinated teamwork ensured a smooth, welcoming, and efficient experience for both first-time volunteers and seasoned blood donors.
Organizers emphasized that every single bag of blood collected during the Dugong Bombo drive represents a vital lifeline for hospital patients battling severe illnesses, trauma injuries, surgical complications, and maternal emergencies across Eastern Visayas. By hosting the blood drive inside an accessible, high-traffic venue like Robinsons North Tacloban, Bombo Radyo Tacloban and the Philippine Red Cross effectively bridged public awareness with immediate community action. Guided by the enduring principle that every drop counts and every donation saves lives, the successful 2026 campaign not only replenished critical regional blood supplies ahead of the busy holiday season but also reinforced a powerful culture of volunteerism throughout Leyte.
