SM and Red Cross team up to build isolation wards in UP and ADMU

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As the coronavirus surges on, Philippine hospitals are facing a crisis-level shortage of beds. The rising COVID-19 infection rates have doubled the patient load, leaving the hospital halls and wards overflowing and overwhelmed with COVID patients.

SM, in partnership with the Philippine Red Cross, donated mattresses, pillows and linens for isolation wards of COVID-19 patients at the University of the Philippines Diliman and Ateneo de Manila University. This will help ease health care systems verging on the edge of breaking.

“With the surge of COVID-19 cases, we are one with PRC, ADMU and UP in their efforts to keep the community safe through the opening of these isolation wards. Our collaborative efforts with the Philippine Red Cross are needed now more than ever as we continue the fight against COVID-19,” said SM Supermalls president Steven Tan.


Due to shortage of medical facilities for COVID-19 patients, coronavirus hot spot Metro Manila are turning some schools into temporary isolation centers for asymptomatic cases. UP and ADMU have turned some of their dormitories and classrooms into isolation wards so that the families of asymptomatic spreaders may be safe.



The Philippine Red Cross and SM also partners on drive-through facilities for its saliva RT-PCR testing centers, which has resulted in over 20,000 individuals tested for COVID-19 around the country.

Moreover, SM launched a multi-mall COVID-19 vaccination program together with various LGUs to provide safe and spacious vaccination venues and help curb the spread of the virus.

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Comments

  1. www.wanderwomom.comApril 14, 2021 at 1:13 PM

    ohmyyy.. thank god!! we shouldnt rely on the govt alone ano? wala tayo mapapala. buti na lang there are private companies who are so willing to help and make do sa pagkukulang ng gobyerno. sorry too political yata.

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    1. Lucky FindsApril 15, 2021 at 2:18 AM

      It's a pity how our government lacks foresight and unable to mitigate our COVID problem. It is a good thing that private institutions now take the initiative to help out.

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  2. lalaineApril 14, 2021 at 1:44 PM

    This blog gave me a whole picture about our country's current situation. I can't imagine turning schools into accommodation for families with covid. this is very heartbreaking, praying for everyone's safety...:)

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    1. Lucky FindsApril 15, 2021 at 2:20 AM

      It is alarming that our health system is now overwhelmed and can't admit anymore patients.

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  3. Ivan | Daddy Blogger PHApril 15, 2021 at 10:40 AM

    Whatever's happening to our country is so alarming! We are so short on medical supplies and facilities. It's somehow reassuring though that there are organizations such as the SM Group that are doing this initiative.

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  4. Blair VillanuevaApril 15, 2021 at 5:25 PM

    It is always nice that there are many private companies that are willing to help. But also shows the sad reality of the Philippines that relies on donations, which also leads to extending 'favors' in return.

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  5. danica marasiganApril 15, 2021 at 6:22 PM

    I'm glad that SM and Red Cross took the initiative to help out our country. The surge of COVID is really overwhelming. I pity friends and relatives and even acquaintances na di nakakarecover because of the lack of hospitals and equipment sa country naten. If we can help, why not diba?

    Stay safe po! :) - Danica

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  6. Christianforemost.comApril 15, 2021 at 9:35 PM

    Super thankful for the private corporations pitching in to help!!! Our government should learn a thing or two

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  7. shescapades.wordpress.comApril 16, 2021 at 2:52 PM

    This is a nice initiative from SM Groups. Kudos to SM and hope they can help all deserving people.

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  8. alitaApril 16, 2021 at 10:25 PM

    This is great to hear. Glad to hear that business like SM does something to help with the COVID situation

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  9. UnknownApril 17, 2021 at 2:34 AM

    This is amazing!! Kudos to all

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