The Filipino community in Abu Dhabi is invited to join the third season of the blood donation drive organized by the Philippine Nurses Association (PNA) – UAE and United Global Filipinos.
With participation from several Filipino community organizations, the drive will take place on Feb. 7, 2026, at the Abu Dhabi Blood Bank, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Donors are encouraged to register in advance via this Google Form.
Eligible donors should:
- Be 18 to 65 years old and weigh at least 50 kg
- Be in good general health
- Have blood pressure between 100/50 and 180/90 mm Hg, pulse rate between 50 and 100 beats per minute, and a temperature not exceeding 37.5°C
- Present a valid Emirates ID
- Not have donated blood in the last 56 days
Travel to malaria-endemic countries, recent tattoos (3-4 month waiting period), surgery, certain medications, chronic or infectious diseases, and pregnancy or lactation may temporarily prevent donation.
Individuals with A, A-negative, B, B-negative, AB, or AB-negative blood types are strongly encouraged to donate platelets.
The blood donation drive offers the community an opportunity to come together and support lifesaving efforts in Abu Dhabi.
