NOBLE SACRIFICE. Philippine Army (PA) chief Lt. Gen. Antonio Nafarrete donates blood at the Philippine Army Officers' Clubhouse in Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City during the PA-wide Simultaneous Blood Donation on Aug. 23, 2025. The PA said 3,015 blood bags was raised during this blood drive where military, reservists and civilian personnel participated. (Photo courtesy of the PA)
MANILA – The Philippine Army (PA) on Monday said it has collected 3,015 blood bags through its Army-wide Simultaneous Blood Donation held on Aug. 23, as part of its observance of National Heroes' Day.
PA spokesperson Col. Louie Dema-ala, in a statement, said the blood drive was spearheaded by Army commander Lt. Gen. Antonio Nafarrete, who commended all participating military and civilian personnel for their dedication and heroism.
"(Lt. Gen. Nafarrete) led the activity and commended the troops for their active participation and enacting heroism through their donations," he added.
Dema-ala also said a total of 3,015 blood bags have been donated by eligible Army personnel and reservists, civilians and stakeholders, and other uniformed personnel.
"During the activity, Lt. Gen. Nafarrete conveyed the Philippine Army's continuous engagement with stakeholders to provide lifesaving support to the communities, including the conduct of voluntary blood donations," he added. (PNA)
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