Creation of Philippine blood disease and transfusion center pushed 4 SHARES Share it! Under House Bill 8774, Villafuerte proposed the creation of the Blood Center that will offer comprehensive care for patients with blood diseases, including blood transfusion services, for public welfare. “The National Blood Services Act of 1994 or Republic Act 7719, sought the strengthening of voluntary blood services nationwide in the advent of rise of blood-borne infections, HIV threats, and dengue fever. Under HB 8774, the Blood Center shall submit an annual report to the DOH. Thereafter, such sum as may be necessary for the continued operation of the Blood Center shall be included in the Annual General Appropriations Act.

Source: Manila Bulletin April 16, 2019 09:11 UTC