75th Year of the Establishment of Red Cross Volunteers Bureau

        On August 11, 2015 Her Royal Highness Princess Somsawalee presided at the celebrations of the 75th year of the establishment of Red Cross Volunteers Bureau. The ceremony was held at Padtayapatana Building, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University.

        On this occasion, Her Royal Highness awarded medals to volunteers who have supported Red Cross Volunteers Bureau’s activities according to the number of years they have volunteered. Then, H.R.H. made a home visit to a patient who had had an ischemic stroke at Soi Plukchit, Lumphini, Patumwan, Bangkok. Daily necessities, wheelchair, sphygmomanometer, blood glucose test strips and a gift set were donated on the occasion. 

Representatives of the Japanese Red Cross Toyota College of Nursing Visited the Thai Red Cross Society

            On September 4 – 9, 2015 Ms. Sunisa Nivesrungsun, Deputy Director of Red Cross Youth Bureau, the Thai Red Cross Society, led representatives from the Japanese Red Cross Toyota College of Nursing on a visit to the Thai Red Cross Society and to pay a courtesy call on Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society.

            On this occasion, the representatives of the Japanese Red Cross Toyota College of Nursing joined in cultural exchange activities with Red Cross Volunteer Club at PhrapathomWitthayalai School, Nakhon PathomProvince. The activities were conducted under the youth exchange programme that facilitates the exchange of staffs and studentsbetween Japanese Red Cross and Thai Red Cross Youth Bureau.

Thai Red Cross Intensive Communications Programme

            The Information and Communications Department, Administration Bureau, the Thai Red Cross Society, held the Thai Red Cross Intensive Communications Programme from August 3 – 9, 2015 at Kantary Hotel, Ayutthaya Province. The training programme was opened for students and volunteers who had passed the previous basic training. The purpose of the Thai Red Cross Intensive Communications Programme is to create PR networks and to provide understanding of newswriting, news notification and choosing appropriate pictures in the event of local disaster occurrence.

Home Coming Day of Alumni Association of College of Nursing, TRCS

            On August 10, 2014, Alumni Association of College of Nursing, Thai Red Cross Society organized the 54th Home Coming Day at Chaloem Phrakiat Building, Thai Red Cross College
of Nursing. On this occasion, Ms. Phitsawong  Phutthasiri, President of Alumni Association of College of Nursing, awarded shields of honor and pins of appreciation to alumni who have achieved success and earned reputation for their college. Moreover, both alumni and current students got together and joined in the Thai water blessing ceremony.

Thai Red Cross Assistance for Flood Victims in Myanmar

            On August 6, 2015 the Thai Red Cross Society transferred financial support in the amount
of THB 3,523,000 through Myanmar Red Cross bank account for helping flood victims
in Myanmar. The public can make donations directly to the Thai Red Cross Society through a bank transfer at:Krung Thai Bank, Surawong Branch, Current Account No. 023-6-06799-0.
For more information, please contact at 0 2256 4440-3.

Provincial Red Cross Chapters 

Rayong Province

            The President of Rayong Red Cross Chapter along withRayongRed Cross Chapter Committee and members donated the 6^th Red Cross house to Mr. Thongchan Wongprachan at Sub Sum Nak Ton Sub district, Ban Chang District, on the occasion of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s 60th birthday anniversary. Relief items, blankets and financial support were also donated to Mr. Thongchan.

Yala Province

            Yala Red Cross Chapter Committee and members in collaboration with Yala Regional Hospital despatched a mobile unit to collect blood at StreeYala School, Mueang Yala District.Blood amounting to 38,250 CC was collected from 85 donors.

Phitsanulok Province

            The President of PhitsanulokRed Cross Chapter, Phitsanulok Red Cross Chapter Committee and members visited Mrs. Prasan Nuntuan, who is a patient under the Patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhornat Wat Prik Sub district, Mueang Phitsanulok District. They also donated financial support and medical kit to her.

 Phichit Province

            TheVice President of PhichitRed Cross Chapter along with Secretary of Phichit Red Cross Chapter   in collaboration with Pho Pratabchang District Chief Officer visited a man whose house was damaged by fire at Dong Suea Lueang Sub district, Pho Pratabchang District.They donated financial support, consumer goods and relief items as initial assistance. 

Saraburi Province

            The President of Saraburi Red Cross Chapter, Saraburi Red Cross Chapter Committee and members visited a mobile blood donation unit at Ban Moh District Hall. Blood amounting to 37,600 CC was collected from 94 donors.

Nong Bua Lam Phu Province

            The President of Nong Bua Lam PhuRed Cross Chapter, Nong Bua Lam Phu Red Cross Chapter Committee and members sent out a mobile unit to collect blood at Nong Bua Lam Phu Technical College, Mueang Nong Bua Lam Phu District. Blood amounting to 44,400 CC was collected from 111 donors. There were 15 persons registered for eyes donation and 14 persons registered for organs donation.

Lampang Province

            The President of Lampang Red Cross Chapter, Lampang Red Cross Chapter Committee and members along with Ngaw Red Cross District Branch and Ngaw District Chief Officer visited a woman whose house was damaged by fire at Ban Pong Sub district. Lampang Red Cross Chapter donated financial support, daily necessitiesand kitchen utensils to her.

Phang NgaProvince

            The President of Pang Nga Red Cross Chapter, along with Pang Nga Red Cross Chapter Committee and members, Thap Put District Chief Officer, Deputy of Thap Put District Chief Officwe, Head of Thap Put District Community Development, Military Recruiting Officer of Thap Put District, Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC) Officers, the President of Ma Rui Sub district Administration Organization, Sub district Headman and Village Headman donated a house to Mrs. Thaem Srisaeng at Ma Rui Sub district, Thap Put District. Financial support and relief kit were donated on the same occasion.

Satun Province

            The Governor of Satun along with the President of Satun Red Cross Chapter visited
and handed over a scholarship to a student of Tessaban2 (Wat Chanathip Charoem) School
at Satun Hospital.

Chonburi Province

            The President of Chonburi Red Cross Chapter along with Vice-President of Chonburi Red Cross Chapter, Chonburi Red Cross Chapter Committee and members donated a Red Cross house to Ms. Wannee Chiamjai, ablind womantoatPong Subdistrict, Bang La Mung District, on the occasion of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s 60^th birthday anniversary. They also donated relief item and financial support.

Yasothon Province

            The President of Yasothon Red Cross Chapter along with Yasothon Red Cross Chapter Committee, members and Mueang Yasothon District Chief Officer visited a family whose family member died in a fire at Doo Tung Sub district, Mueang Yasothon District.They donated financial support and daily necessities on the same occasion. 

Tak Province

            Tak Red Cross ChapterCommittee and members in collaboration with Somdejphajaotaksinmaharaj Hospital launched a mobile unit to collect blood at Ban Tak District Office, Ban Tak District. Blood amounting to 31,050 CC was collected from 69 donors.

The  20th Art Exhibition in Honor of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit

        On August 20, 2015 Her Royal Highness Princess Somsawalee presided over the opening ceremony of the 20th Art Exhibition in Honor of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit at Montien Hotel Bangkok.The Thai Red Cross Society in collaboration,the Society of Independent Artists’ 96 and with Montien Hotel Bangkok held the 20th Art Exhibition in honor of H.M. the Queen from August 20 – September 13, 2015. The Exhibition celebrated the 83rd birthday of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit. There were many featured paintings by local and foreign artists, both amateur and professional, including four pieces by Her Royal Highness Princess Somsawalee.  

        All paintings were sold and donated the proceeds of this event to the Thai Red Cross Society, for use to carry out humanitarian work of the society. If you would like to have more information, please contact 0-2256-4440, 0-2255-9911 or 0-2233-7060-9.

Press Conference to Announce theExhibition of Chinese Brush CalligraphyandPaintingArts

        On September 2, 2015 Mr. Sawanit Kongsiri, Assistant Secretary General for External Relations, the Thai Red Cross Society along with Mr. Chen Jiang, Culture Counselor, the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the Kingdom of Thailand, Mr. Banthoon Lamsam, KBank Chairman of the Board and Mr. Paisan Chayavorakul, President of the Artist Association of Thailand and China, attended a press conference to announce the“Exhibition of Chinese Brush CalligraphyandPaintingArts” at Chitsaman Room, Phahonyothin Building,
Kasikorn Bank.

        The occasion was held to mark H.R.H. Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s the 60th birthday anniversary and the 40th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the People’s Republic of China and the Kingdom of Thailand. All proceeds from the sale of 60 calligraphic works and paintings, created by Chinese artists, were presented to the princess for the Thai Red Cross Society’s charitable work.

50th Anniversary of Thai Red Cross Eye Bank

        On August 17, 2015, the Thai Red Cross Eye Bank arranged a merit making ceremony dedicated to deceased eye donors at Patthayapat Building, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, the Thai Red Cross Society, and to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Thai Red
Cross Eye Bank.

        On this occasion, Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society, presided over the opening ceremony.Assistant Professor Dr.Lalida Pariyakanok, Director of the Thai Red Cross Eye Bank reported that on August 17, 1969 the Thai Red Cross Eye Bank received its first pair of corneas from a donor who had passed away. Cornea transplant surgeries were successfully performed on two patients to enable them to see.

        Then, the merit making ceremony has been arranged annually to honor deceased eye donors
on the 17th of August.

Red Cross Youth Pin Granting Ceremony at Rajini School

        On August 25, 2015, Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society, presided over the Red Cross Youth Pin Granting Ceremony. On this occasion, there were 290 new Red Cross youth members received the pins at Sawang Watthana Building, Rajini School. This ceremony was held annually for new members to create the realization in significant role of the Red Cross Youth.

Opening Clear Eyes to Society Project

 

        The Thai Red Cross Society with the support of Big Camera Company Limited held a press conference to promote the Opening Clear Eyes to Society project. The project was held under the theme of “Love Helps You to Become Enlightened” in which provided the treatments to needy people living with eye problems for free of charge.

        On this occasion, Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society along with Dr. Uraiwan Tinnungwattana, Head of the Princess Sirindhorn Eye Surgery Unit, the Thai Red Cross Society, Mr. Thanasit Thienkanjanawong, Managing Director of Big Camera Corporation Public Company Limited and Mr.Nitikorn Kraivixien,Presidentof the Royal Photographic Society of Thailand participated in the press conference at Mongkhon NawinMeeting Room, Sor KorBuilding, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, the Thai Red Cross Society. They also invited all benevolent people to purchase charity T-shirts and donate money in donation boxes that placed at every branch of Big Camera shops throughout country.

        Let’s bring light and new life to needy people and send them your love by donating to the Thai Red Cross Society through a bank transfer at: Krung Thai Bank, Surawong Branch, Current Account No. 023-6-06799-0. For another contact option, kindly contact the Fundraising Bureau of the Thai Red Cross Society by dialing 0-2256-4440 or visit the website at www.redcrossfundraising.org    

The President of Nepal Red Cross Society pay a visit to TRCS Secretary General

        On August 27, 2015 Mr. Sanjiv Thapa, the President of Nepal Red Cross Society and his team pay a visit to Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society at the Reception Room, Terd Prakiat Building, the Thai Red Cross Society. They also discussed about further action for the construction of a new Nepal Red Cross Society Central Blood Transfusion Centre and post-earthquake recovery plan.

Provincial Red Cross Chapters 

Loey Province

  The president of Loey Red Cross Chapter participate inReforestation and afforestationProject on the Auspicious Occasion of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit’s 83thBirthday Anniversary and His Royal Highness Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn’s 63 th Birthday Anniversary, at Huai Sri Siad Sub district, Phu Luang Dustrict. 

Khon Kaen Province
The President of Khon KaenRed Cross Chapter, Khon Kaen Red Cross Chapter Committee and members distributed the 11th Red Cross house to Mr. Prom Jadnok at Sub SomBoon Sub district, Khok Pho Chai District, on the Occasion of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s 60th birthday anniversary.  

Chachoengsao Province

The President of Chachoengsao Red Cross Chapter,Chachoengsao Red Cross Chapter Committee and members distributed wheelchairs to elderly persons and disabled people at Mai Kaew Prachanukho School, Wang Yen Sub district, Paeng Yaw District. They also provided lunch and donated bicycles to students, on the occasion of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s 60th birthday anniversary.

Singburi Province

The Governor of Singburi and the President of Singburi Red Cross Chapter, Singburi Red Cross Chapter Committee and members, provided lunch to female prisoners at Singburi Prison on the occasion of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit’s 83th birthday anniversary.

Sakon Nakhon Province

The Governor of Sakon Nakhon along with the Vice President of Sakon Nakhon Red Cross ChapterCommittee and members assisted people whose houses were damaged by storm at Na Piang Sub district, Kusumal District.

Suphanburi Province

The President of Suphanburi Province Red Cross Chapter along with Suphanburi Province Committee and members visited people whose houses were damaged by storm at Ta Chai Temple Hua Pho Sub distrcit, Song Phi Nong District. They also distributed relief kits to 134 household.

Phetchabun Province

President of Phetchabun Red Cross Chapteralong withPhetchabunRed Cross Chapter Committee and membersvisited a man whose house was damaged by fire in Mueang District, Phetchabun Province.Financial support, relief items, and blankets were also donated. 

Chiang Mai Province
Vice President ofChiang Mai Red Cross Chapter visited and provided lunch to students of Board Patrol Police School in Chiang Dao District, Chiang Mai Province.  

Maha Sarakham Province

The Committee of Maha Sarakham Red Cross Chapter along with Maha Sarakham hospital launched a mobile unit to collect blood at Serm Thai Plaza. They received blood donations totaling 65,600 cc. from 164 donors.

Phuket Province

Phuket Red Cross Chapter along withPhuket Regional Blood Centre and Phuket Rajabhat University launched a mobile unit to collect blood atat Language Centre, Phuket Rajabhat University.On this occasion, the President of Phuket Rajabhat University presided over the opening ceremony. They received blood donations totaling 198 units also there were 63 person who registered for eyes donation and 61 persons registered for organ.

Samut Prakan Province 
Samut Prakan Red Cross Chapterdistributed relief items to 150 underprivileged people at Phraeksa Subdistrict Administrative Organization, Mueang District, Samut Prakan Province.

Lamphun Province

Vice President of Lamphun Red Cross Chapter along with Lamphun Red Cross Chapter Committee and members visited a family whose house was damaged by fire in Lee District, Lamphun Province. They also donate financial support, relief item, customer good, blanket, and net as initial assistance.

World First Aid Day 2015

        On September 12, 2015 Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society together with Mr. Sawanit Kongsiri, Assistant Secretary General for External Relations, Prof. Supawat Chutivongse, M.D., Assistant Secretary General, Ms. Pensiri  Mekhora, Deputy Director of First Aid and Health CareTrainingCenter, and Ms. Anne E.Leclerc, Head, IFRC Southeast Asia Regional Delegation presided at the opening ceremony of  World First Aid Day 2015,at Tawana Hotel, Bangkok. 

        The event was organized by the First Aid and Health CareTrainingCenterof the Thai Red Cross Society under the theme “First Aid and Ageing Population”.  The concept was to create a positive image of ageing and recognize the elderly as an important resource for society. Aims were to encourage self-empowerment, strengthen resilience and capacity to be self- supporting, while promoting their inclusion in society as the elderly can be transformed from being “cared for” into “people providing quality integrated care”.

        During the event, there were many interesting activities for instance; cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) demonstration, first aid exhibition and health tips for elderly people.

113th Year of the Establishment of Queen Savang Vadhana Memorial Hospital

        On September 10, 2015 Queen Savang Vadhana Memorial Hospital held a remembrance day ceremony to celebrate the 113th year of the establishment of Queen Savang Vadhana Memorial Hospital. Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society presided at the opening ceremony. There were several activities during the event for example; a ceremony offering alms to 114 monks, paying homage to the statue of Queen Savang Vadhana, free of charge dental care service and open entry to the Queen Savang Vadhana Museum, etc.

        Queen Savang Vadhana Memorial Hospital is an important health care centre on the east coast of Thailand with 500 beds. The hospital has diligently provided health care to patients. Presently the hospital seeks to improve its emergency medical services. On this special occasion, Queen Savang Vadhana Memorial Hospital invites the public to make contributions for the construction of its new Medical Health Care Centre. Those who are interested to make a donation please ask for more information at +6638-320-200 or +6638-322-157-9.

The Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University Signs MoU with Sister Institution 

        On August 27, 2015 the Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University and MD Anderson Cancer Center, Texas USA held a signing ceremony for a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at Bhumisirimangkhlanusorn Building, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, Thai Red Cross Society. Prof. Pirom Kamolratanakul, M.D., President of Chulalongkorn University presided over the signing ceremony along with Assoc.Prof.Sophon Napathorn, M.D., Dean of Faculty of Medicine and Prof. Dr. Oliver Bogler, Ph.D. Senior Vice President, Academic Affairs, MD Anderson Cancer Center. The MoU is for collaboration in body of knowledge, expertise, and exchange experiences of cancer in terms of research and full cancer treatments that will be beneficial to society. 

 
Using Automated External Defibrillator (AED) to Save Patients' Life 

        On August 28, 2015 Assoc. Prof. Sophon Napathorn, M.D., Dean of the Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University together with Assoc. Prof. Sompong  Suwanwalaikorm, M.D., Deputy Director of King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital and Dhannadol Rojanasarntikul, M.D., Emergency Medicine, of King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, Thai Red cross, held a press conference “Using Automated External Defibrillator (AED) to Save Patients' Life” at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital. 

        Assoc. Prof. Sophon  Napathorn,  M.D., said  that King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital has  improved its critical care system by more widely using the Automated External Defibrillator (AED) to save patients’ life and is ready to send emergency teams to treat emergency situations.. The AED is also installed in various places throughout the hospital. The AED may be used to help patients immediately along with a team of doctors and nurses on duty 24 hours. The team can rush to the scene to help patients promptly.

 
Red Cross Youth Volunteer Cultural and Friendship Camp 2015

        On August 31, 2015 Ms. Sunisa Nivesrungsun, Deputy Director of Red Cross Youth Bureau, the Thai Red Cross Society, presided at the opening ceremony of Red Cross Youth Volunteer Cultural and Friendship Camp 2015 at the National Blood Center of the Thai Red Cross Society. 

        The Thai Red Cross Youth Bureau organized the Red Cross Youth Volunteer Cultural and Friendship Camp between August 31 – September 1, 2015. The camp was opened for students betweentheagesof 15 -25 years who are studying at universities in Bangkok and environs. Participants learnt about the activities of the Thai Red Cross and about the Red Cross Red Crescent Movement. The participants also got the chance to improve their English skills and share their experience.

Dialogue on Understanding of liver disease at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital                               

        Liver Disease Center, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, Thai Red Cross, invited people interested in liver health care to attend a dialogue on understanding of liver disease.  It was held on October 18, 2015, 0700-1600 hr. at Chulalongkorn University Auditorium.   

        The registration fee cost 300 THB and participants received a commemorative book.
        All proceeds from the event go to the Liver Disease Center, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital to support its activities.

Provincial Red Cross Chapters 

Rayong Province

The President and  Vice President of Rayong Red Cross Chapter along with Rayong Red Cross Chapter Committee and members handed over a Red Cross house to Mrs. Boonma Wichian at Huai Tub Sub district, Kao Cha Mao District, on the occasion of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s 60th birthday anniversary.

Chonburi Province

The President and Vice President of Chonburi Red Cross Chapter along with Chonburi Red Cross Chapter Committee and members distributed necessary items and financial support to sick monks at Queen Savang Vadhana Memorial Hospital, Si Racha District, on the occasion of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s 60th birthday anniversary.

Nakhon Sawan Province

The President of Nakhon Sawan Red Cross Chapter along with Nakhon Sawan Red Cross Chapter Committee and members donated a relief bag to Mrs. Kanlhueang Nikomkam, a vulnerable person, at Ban Dan Sub district, Banphot Phisai District.

Trang Province

The Vice-President of Trang along with Trang Red Cross Chapter Committee and members visited a homeless family. Relief items and financial support were also donated.

Pichit Province

The Governor of Pichit along with the President of Pichit Red Cross Chapter, Pichit Red Cross Chapter Committee and members donated 5 bicycles and awarded scholarships to 2 students at Ban Tung Thong School, Pho Sai Ngam Sub district, Bueng Na Rang District, on the occasion of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s 60th birthday anniversary. 

Maha Sarakham Province

The Governor of Maha Sarakham along with the President of Maha Sarakham Red Cross Chapter, Red Cross Chapter Committee and members visited and donated 100 sets of relief items to the vulnerable at Ban Don Jam Pa Phon Ngam Sub district, Kosum Phisai District.

Ratchaburi Province

The Governor of Ratchaburi along with the President of Ratchaburi Red Cross Chapter, Ratchaburi Red Cross Chapter Committee and members visited and awarded scholarships to needy students at Wat Don Sa Rao School, Ta Pha Sub district, Ban Pong District.

Krabi Province

Krabi Red Cross Chapter launched a mobile unit to collect blood at Nuea Khlong Pra Cha Bam Rung School, in Nuea Khlong District. Blood amounting to 37,800 C.C. was collected from 84 donors. There were 13 persons registered for eye donation and 11 persons registered for organ donation.

Kamphaeng Phet Province

The Governor of Kamphaeng Phet along with the President of Kamphaeng Phet Red Cross Chapter, Kamphaeng Phet Red Cross Chapter Committee and members visited a disabled woman
at Sai Ngam Sub district, Sai Ngam District. They also donated financial support, 2 relief bags, an electric fan, pillows and blankets.

Phitsanulok Province

The Governor of Phitsanulok along with the Vice-President of Phitsanulok Red Cross Chapter, Phitsanulok Red Cross Chapter Committee and members visited and donated financial support to a woman who had been injured in a car accident.

Satun Province

The President of Satun Red Cross Chapter along with Satun Red Cross Chapter Committee and members in collaboration with Satun Hospital launched a mobile unit to collect blood at Ma Nung District Office. Blood amounting to 33,300 C.C. was collected from 74 donors.

Nong Bau Lam Phu Province

The President of Nong Bau Lam Phu Red Cross Chapter along with Nong Bau Lam Phu Red Cross Chapter Committee and members in collaboration with Nong Bau Lam Phu Provincial Social Development and Human Security officers visited patients under the Patronage of His Royal Highness Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn. They also donated consumer goods and financial support as initial assistance at Suwan Khu Ha Sub district Municipality, Dong Ma Fai Sub district Administration Organization, Suwan Khu Ha District.

Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s activities
 

Ø On September 11, 2015 Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, Executive Vice President of the Thai Red Cross Society awarded First Class Medals of Appreciation, Certificates of Honor and Pins of Appreciation to 648 blood donors from the 1st  and 2nd Region Red Cross Chapters who have donated blood 36 times and 108 times respectively during the year 2014-2015. The award ceremony was held at Ratchapruek Room, Cholapruek Resort, Baan Na District, Nakornnayok Province. 

 On this occasion, 13 monks were awarded Pins of Appreciation for donating blood.  15 blood donors were awarded First Class Red Cross Medals of Appreciation. 34 donors from various sectors were awarded Certificates of Honor and 586 persons who donated blood 36 times and 108 times were awarded Pins of Appreciation.

Ø On September 15, 2015 H.R.H. Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn presided over the opening ceremony of H.R.H. Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s funding project for elderly persons, at H.R.H. Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Building (Sor Tho), King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, Thai Red Cross Society. The Building was constructed to be an Integrated Care Centre for Elderly Persons which provides services to support caring of the elderly as well as advising them about health. Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn has graciously bestowed the name “Sor Tho” as the name of the building.

Then, H.R.H. Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn proceeded to Terd Prakiat Building, to chair the 318th Thai Red Cross Council Meeting.  During the meeting, various issues were discussed, including the report on patients who were admitted as a result of the Ratchaprasong bombing, preparations for the opening of Bhumisirimangalanusorn Building, as well as the ongoing construction of plasma fractionation plant project, Red Cross relief activities.

Ø On September 18, 2015 Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn graciously presided over the “Charity Exhibition of Chinese Brush Calligraphy and Painting Arts” to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Thailand, and the 60th birthday anniversary of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, at Grand Hall, Plaza Athénée, Bangkok.

The charity exhibition was a cooperative venture between the Thai Red Cross Society together with Embassy of the People’s Republic of China, Artist Association of Thailand and China, and Kasikorn Bank. On this occasion, 86 brush calligraphic and painting works of Chinese artists from China’s Beijing, Guangzhou and Xian were displayed and sold at Phahonyothin Building,
Kasikorn Bank, from September 1-10, 2015. All proceeds from the sale of calligraphic works
and paintings were presented to the Princess for the Thai Red Cross Society’s charitable work.

 Her Royal Highness Princess Somsawalee’s activities
  

Ø   On September 29 and 30, 2015 at the New Building, Suan Amporn,Her Royal Highness Princess Somsawaleeawarded Certificates of Honor and Pins of Appreciation to 1,818 blood donors. On this occasion, 24 monks and 1,739 persons who donated blood 36 times and 108 times were awarded Pins of Appreciation also 55 donors from various sectors were awarded Certificates of Honor.  

Secretary General of TRCS Presided at the Opening Ceremony of Princess Sirindhorn Eye Surgery Unit’s Activities in Ubon Ratchathani Province

 

        On September 28, 2015 Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn designated Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society, to be her representative to preside over the opening ceremony of the Princess Sirindhorn Eye Surgery Unit’s work at Sirindhorn Hospital, Ubon Ratchathani Province. The Secretary General also distributed gift sets to persons who received eye surgery.

        Over 20 years, the project has provided free eye treatment for people in rural areas with cataracts, glaucoma, disease of eyelids etc. So far the unit has provided treatment for more than 166,000 people and performed operations for 47,000 patients. 

Opening of Flat-bottomed Boat & Mobile Water Purification Warehouse

 

        On September 24, 2015 Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society presided over the opening ceremony of flat-bottomed boat & mobile water purification warehouse at the Thai Red Cross Centre, Wiset Chai Chan District, Ang Thong Province.
The warehouse construction was supported by the IFRC'sbudget under floods rehabilitation project of the Thai Red Cross Society.

Preparations for the Construction of Red Cross Health Station No.9, Udon Thani

 

        On September 18, 2015 at Udon Thani City Hall, Mr. Tej Bunnag, Assistant Secretary General for Administration, the Thai Red Cross Society along with the Management Committee held a meeting to discuss preparations for the construction of Red Cross Health Station No.9, Udon Thani. They also surveyed the construction site after the meeting.

        Udon Thani Red Cross Health Station No.9 was opened in 1894, afterwards the land was revoked to be renovated as a Provincial Health Office and Provincial Development Center. Then, the station was closed in 1961.

        The new Red Cross Health Station No.9 will be situated in Nong Dae, Kut Sa Sub district, Muang District, Udon Thani Province, according to the RoyalInitiative of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn. The master plan of the construction area is now under discussion with related organizations.

Financial Support for Princess Sirindhorn Eye Surgery Unit’s Activities

        On September 21, 2015 Chintana Paramagul, M.D., President of Thai Physicians Association of America (TPAA 2015), donated 500,000 Baht to Princess Sirindhorn Eye Surgery Unit of the Thai Red Cross Society.Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society, received the donation at the Reception Room, Terd Prakiat Building, Thai Red Cross Society.

Blankets for Cold Wave Victims

        On October 2, 2015 at Terd Prakiat Building, Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society received 1,500 blankets from representatives of World Fellowship of Buddhists and Parinda Company Limited. The blankets will be used for helping people who are being affected by a cold wave. 

Provincial Red Cross Chapters 

Loei Province

The Governor of Loei along with the President of Loei Red Cross Chapter, Loei Red Cross Chapter Committee and members handed over scholarships to 280 students. They also distributed school bags and stationery on the occasion of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej’s 83rd birthday anniversary, and provided lunch to students and teachers at Mueang Loei Hall, Mueang District.

Buri Ram Province

The Governor of Buri Ram together with Lt.Gen. Amnat Barlee (Retd) MD,Director of Relief and Community Health Bureau of the Thai Red Cross Society presided at the water tanks handover ceremony, at Buri Ram Red Cross Chapter Office. The President of Buri Ram Red Cross Chapter along with Buri Ram Red Cross Chapter Committee and members joined the event and also distributed water tanks to representatives from 9 districts of Buri Ram Province.  

Phangnga Province

The President of Phangnga Red Cross Chapter along with Phangnga Red Cross Chapter Committee and members in collaboration with Ministry of Interior's women association, Mueang Phangnga District Chief Officer and teachers of Ban Phraek School provided lunch to students in remote areas. On this occasion, the president of Ministry of Interior's women association also donated sport equipment.

Chachoengsao Province

The President of Chachoengsao Red Cross Chapter along with Chachoengsao Red Cross Chapter Committee and members in collaboration with Deputy District Chief of Bang Pra Kong and Administrative Officers donated relief kits and financial support to persons affected by a storm, at Song Klong Sub district, Bang Pra Kong District.

Phayao Province

Phayao Red Cross Chapter in collaboration with Phayao Hospital launched a mobile unit to collect blood on the occasion of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s 60th birthday anniversary.  Blood amounting to 944,750 CC was collected from donors. There were 12 persons registered for eyes and organs donation.

Sa Kaeo Province

The President of Sa Kaeo Red Cross Chapter along with Sa Kaeo Red Cross Chapter Committee and members, and Aranyaprathet Red Cross District Branch visited a vulnerable girl at Ban Dan Sub district, Aranyaprathet District. Daily necessities and financial support were also donated.

Chaiyaphum Province

The Vice President of Chaiyaphum Red Cross Chapter along with Chaiyaphum Red Cross Chapter Committee and members visited Ms. Saengduean Kaengsantia, a vulnerable woman whose house was damaged by fire at Nhong Bua Klok Sub district, Chatturat District. They also donated financial support and daily necessities to her.

Tak Province

The President of Tak Red Cross Chapter along with Head of Thepparat Red Cross Health Station and Mae Sot Red Cross District Branch distributed rain coats, stationary and daily necessities to students at Border Patrol Police School (Professor Sampao - Paiwanwarangkru) Phawar Sub district, Mae Sot District.

Saraburi Province

The President of Saraburi Red Cross Chapter presided at the launching ceremony of blood donation mobile unit at Saraburi Provincial Administrative Organization.  On this occasion, blood amounting to 36,000 CC was collected from 90 donors.

Phuket Province

The Vice President of Phuket Red Cross Chapter along with Phuket Red Cross Chapter Committee and members provided lunch to students at Phuket Panyanukul, a school for the handicapped, on the occasion of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s 60th birthday anniversary. They also donated towels to 170 students.

Trat Province

The President of Association of persons with Physical Disability International along with the Vice President of Trat Red Cross Chapter, Trat Red Cross Chapter Committee and members visited Mrs. Bunchuai Lamnet, a disabled woman at Koh Chang Sub district. They also donated a handicapped tricycle and relief kit to her.

Yala Province

Betong Red Cross District Branch in collaboration with Betong District Office donated 10 relief kits to elderly and vulnerable persons at Ban Chulaporn Village Office, Ai Yer Weng Sub district, Betong District.

Relief and Community Health Bureau, the Thai Red cross Society led by Lt Gen Amnat Barlee and Dr. Pichit Siriwan recently signed a partnership agreement with The Coca-Cola Foundation Thailand, led by Pornwut Sarasin, Maj Gen Patchara Rattakul and Antonio Del Rosario to extend the ‘Namthip Gives Back’ Project through 2018.

Executive Vice President of TRCS Donates Blood Donation Vehicle to Myanmar

        On October 5, 2015 at Yangon, Myanmar, Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, Executive Vice President of the Thai Red Cross Society donated a blood donation vehicle to Dr Sai Mauk Kham, Vice-President of Myanmar.  On this occasion, Mr. Sawanit Kongsiri, Assistant Secretary General for External Relations, together with CommanderDr. Ubonwan Jarunreungrit, Director of National Blood Centre of the Thai Red Cross Society, and Mrs. Soisaang Phikulsod, M.D., Plasma Production Advisor, also participated in the handover ceremony.

Royal Duties of Her Royal Highness Princess Somsawalee

        On October 18, 2015 Her Royal Highness Princess Somsawalee presided over the opening ceremony ofthe dialogue on understanding of liver disease. The dialogue was organized by the Liver Disease Center, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital TRCS in collaboration with Liver Nurturing Club, to mark the auspiciousoccasion of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s 60th birthday anniversary. H.R.H. Princess Somsawalee made the opening speech, then enjoyed the opening show and also listened to the dialogue.

        On October 20 - 21, 2015 Her Royal Highness Princess Somsawalee awarded certificates of honor and pins of appreciation to 22 monks and 1,881 persons who donated blood 36 times and 108 times, at the New Building, Suan Amporn.

Conference in Celebration of H.R.H. Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s 60th Birthday Anniversary

        On October 20, 2015 the Human Resources Management Bureau of the Thai Red Cross Society held an academic conference in celebration of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s 60th birthday anniversary. The conference was held with the topic of “Red Cross staff voluntary spirit for organization development” which gave a great opportunity for Thai Red Cross staff to renew and appreciatetheimportance of voluntary spirit.

        Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society presided over the opening ceremony at Patthayapat Building, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, the Thai Red Cross Society.

Free Vaccination Against Diphtheria and Tetanus for Blood Donors

        Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society, together with Mr.Thawat. Suntrajarn,M.D., Vice MinisterforPublic Health and Dr. Pusadee Tamthai, Deputy Governor of Bangkok gave a press conference to announce that free vaccination against diphtheria and tetanus would be given to blod donors to mark Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s 60th birthday anniversary. Three million blood donors who donate blood to the Thai Red Cross Society are eligible to be given free of charge vaccine shots against diphtheria and tetanus if required. The project began from the beginning of October and will end December, 2015.

2015 ASEAN Day for Disaster Management & International Day for Disaster Risk ReductionActivities

        On October 13, 2015, the Relief and Community Health Bureau of the Thai Red Cross Society in collaboration with the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation, together with partner organizations held activities to celebrate the 2015 ASEAN Day for Disaster Management and International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction. This year, the event, launched under the concept of “ASEAN is Resilient as One”, also focused on the utilization of traditional, indigenous and local knowledge to complement modern science in preparing communities for natural hazards. Mr. Chayaplo Thitisak, Deputy Permanent Secretary for Interior, presided over the opening ceremony.  Mr. Chatchai Promlert, Director-General of Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation, gave an opening speech. 

Developing Countries Vaccine Manufacturers Network: DCVMN

        On October 6, 2015, Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society, presided over the opening ceremony of the 16th Annual General Meeting of the Developing Countries Vaccine Manufacturers Network (DCVMN)., at the Centara Grand at Central WorldHotel, Bangkok, Thailand. 

        The 16th Annual General Meeting of the Developing Countries Vaccine Manufacturers Network was co-hosted by Queen Saovabha Memorial Institute, the Thai Red Cross Society, in collaboration with BioNet-Asia. The conference was held under the theme of "Quality Vaccine for all" from the 5th to 7th of October, 2015. The meeting was attended by an unprecedented number of participants comprising vaccines manufacturers, private and public research organizations, public health and not-for-profit NGOs, suppliers and government officials. 

Financial Support for Princess Sirindhorn Eye Surgery Unit’s Activities 

        On October 14, 2015 Mrs. Phuphin Khai along with her family donated 500,000 Baht to support the activities of Princess Sirindhorn Eye Surgery Unit, the Thai Red Cross Society.
Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society received the donation at Reception Room, Terd Prakiat Building, the Thai Red Cross Society.

Provincial Red Cross Chapters

Pathum Thani Province

The President of Pathum Thani Red Cross Chapter along with Red Cross Chapter Committee and members handed over scholarships to 160 students to mark Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s 60th birthday anniversary. 

Mukdahan Province

The President of Mukdahan Red Cross Chapter participated in activities which were held to celebrate National Social Work Day and Volunteer Day, at Kam Sai Thong Temple, Mukdahan Sub district, Mueang District. She also donated towels to elderly people whojoined in the activities.  

Chainat Province

The President of Chainat Red Cross Chapter along with Red Cross Chapter Committee and members donated financial support and daily necessities to Mrs.Suthasa Foithongluan, a woman whose house was damaged by fire at Suk Duean Sub district, Noen Kham District.

Sukhothai Province

The President of Sukhothai Red Cross Chapter Chapter along with Red Cross Chapter Committee and members visited a needy woman who has colorectal cancer, at Ban 

Nam Pu Sub district, Khirimat District. They also donated a relief bag, blankets and financial support.

Satun Province

The President of Satun Red Cross Chapter, Red Cross Chapter Committee and members in collaboration with Satun Provincial Social Development and Human Security officers visited an elderly person and donated a relief bag to Mr. Chot  Thiansri, at Phi Man Sub district, Mueang District.

Ranong Province

The President of Ranong Red Cross Chapter along with Red Cross Chapter Committee visited a woman whose house was damaged by fire at Had Som Paen Sub district, Mueang Ranong District. Financial support and relief kits were also donated.

Udon Thani Province

The President of Udon Thani Red Cross Chapter, along with Red Cross Chapter Committee and members visited Mrs. Pat Sriphachai, an elderly person at Wang Thong Sub district Ban Dung District. They also donated financial support and a relief kit to her.

Nan Province

The President of Nan Red Cross Chapter along with Red Cross Chapter Committee and members visited Mrs.Chutikhan Buaphan, a woman whose house was damaged by fire, 

at Kong Kwai Sub district, Mueang Nan District. Financial support was also given.

Si Sa Ket Province

The President of Si Sa Ket Red Cross Chapter along with Red Cross Chapter Committee and members in collaboration with Si Sa Ket Hospital launched a mobile unit to collect blood at Mueang Chan District Office Hall. Blood amounting to 54,600 CC was collected from 156 donors

Krabi Province

Krabi Red Cross Chapter launched a mobile unit to collect blood at Mueang Krabi District Office Hall. Blood amounting to 14,400 CC was collected from 32 donors. Also there were 

two persons who registered for eye donation and organ donation.

Songkhla Province

The President of Songkhla Red Cross Chapter, Red Cross Chapter Committee and members, Deputy District Chief of Songkhla, and Songkhla Provincial Social Development and Human Security officers visited a needy homeless man at Tung Whang Sub district, Mueang District. They also donated financial support and daily necessities.

Nakhon Sawan Province

The President of Nakhon Sawan Red Cross Chapter along with Red Cross Chapter Committee and members visited a two year old girl who has hydrocephalus, at Tak Fah Sub district, Tak Fah District. They also donated financial support and daily necessities.

Executive Vice-President of TRCS VisitedRed Cross Health Station No.1,
Surin Province

        On October 29, 2015 Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, Executive Vice President of the Thai Red Cross Society visited Red Cross Health Station No.1 at Surin Province. On this occasion, Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society along with Lt.Gen.(Retd) Amnat Barlee MD, Director of Relief and Community Health Bureau of the Thai Red Cross Society, Red Cross staff and government officers welcomed the Princess. Then, Her Royal Highness visited an exhibition where the history and activities of Surin Red Cross Health Station were displayed.

National Nurses’ Day 2015

        OnOctober 21, 2015 at Phra Boromakhun Building, the ThaiRed Cross College of Nursing, Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society, along with the Management Committee and seniorstaff paid homage to the statue of Her Royal Highness Princess Srinagarindra, grandmother of the present King, in commemoration of her birthday anniversary which is celebrated as National Nurses' Day.

         Mr. Phan Wannamethee also presided over the opening ceremony of the National Nurses’ Day exhibition which was held between October 21-27, 2015, at Phor Por Ror Building, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital. The Secretary General afterwards awarded gold stars to 49 nurses for their outstanding work at Sor Kor Building, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, the Thai Red Cross Society. 

Red Cross Youth Volunteer Award 2015

        On October 21, 2015 at Royal Jubilee Ballroom, IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Center, Muangthong Thani,Mr. KasemSrisomboon and Ms. Wisaporn Sathipchai, Red Cross youth volunteers of the Thai Red Cross Youth Bureau received the best volunteer award of 2015 which was made by Her Royal Highness Princess Soamsawali.

         The event was held on the occasion celebrating the birthday anniversary of the late Her Royal Highness Princess Srinagarindra on October 21. The Princess Mother’s birthday is also declared as National Social Welfare Day and Thai Volunteers Day, in honor of her activities in social welfare and social development. 257 volunteers and 18 organizations received awards.

Work ProcedureCourse for New Presidents of Provincial
Red Cross Chapters

        The Thai Red Cross Chapters Administration Office held a work procedure coursefor 30 new Presidents of Provincial Red Cross Chapters. The course aims to provide a good understanding of management principles and policies of the Thai Red Cross Society as well as on implementationguidelines on the activities and duties of the Thai Red Cross Society and Provincial 

Red Cross Chapters.

         Prof. Supawat Chutivongse, M.D., Assistant Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society presided over the opening ceremony of the course at Chum Phot Meeting Room, Chaloem Phrakiat Boromrachininat Building, National Blood Centre, the Thai Red Cross Society.

Safer Access Art Competition for National Society Staff and Volunteers 

        The Thai Red Cross Society in collaboration with the ICRC Safer Access team in Geneva invited staff and volunteers of the Thai Red Cross Society to send paintings or drawings on the topic of “What does Safer Access means to you, your National Society, and the people and communities you serve?” as part of the Safer Access art competition. In addition, one feature of the SAF that should be weaved into the illustration is the application of the Fundamental Principles, an essential component of National Societies’ efforts to enhance acceptance, security and access. 

        The artworks were displayed during the 32nd International Conference of the Red Cross and Red Crescent that was held in Geneva in December 2015. During the conference, participants were asked to vote for their favorite illustrations with the most popular being the winner. A prize will be awarded, and the winning piece will be featured on the new ICRC Safer Access website and potentially in future publications as well.

Writing Skill Workshop for the TRC Public Relations Officers
        The Information and Communications Department of the Thai Red Cross Society led by Ms. Krongthong Phetwong, Director of the department, held a writing skill workshop for Thai Red Cross public relations officers. The workshop stressed communication techniques and moderntechnology and was held from October 13 – 16, 2015, at Queen Savang Vadhana Memorial Hospital and Pacific Park Hotel and Residence, Sriracha District, Chonburi Province. After the training, a collaborative network will be created to increase capacity in public relations.

Special Discount Vaccination Rates for Elderly

        Queen Saovabha Memorial Institute, TRCS, has launched a special price vaccination campaign
for the elderly overtheageof 50, from now until the end of December, 2015 for the following:

1. Influenza Vaccine             THB 250 per dose (normally priced at THB 300)

2. Pneumococcal Vaccine     THB 2,100 per dose (normally priced at THB 2,300)

3. Varicella Vaccine               THB 4,750 per dose (normally priced at THB 5,100)

        Interested persons can get the above vaccinations at Queen Saovabha Memorial Institute, the Thai Red Cross Society, on weekdays (fromMonday to Friday) from 08.30 – 16.30 hours.

Red Cross Emblem Storyboard Contest

        The Thai Red Cross Society and the International Committee of the Red Cross has launched a storyboard contest with the topic “theuseof theRed Cross emblem”.  The competition is open for anyone who would like to participate; Red Cross staff, volunteers, and the public. 

        The storyboard should be 2 minutes long in Thai description, also logical and clear story-telling and easy to comprehend. The winning storyboard will be professionally transformed into a 3-D animation movie, which will be used to disseminate among the Thai public.

        Persons who are interested may submit their postproduction to Cooperation Unit, International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), 191/6-8 CTI Tower, 30th Floor, Ratchadapisek Road, Klongtoey, Bangkok 10110, Thailand by December 20, 2015. For more information, please contact Mr. Aekarad Rakwanat, Cooperation Unit, ICRC Bangkok, Tel +66 (0) 2 262 1680  Mobile +66 (0) 81 932 5399.

Provincial Red Cross Chapters

Roi Et Province
            The President of Roi Et Red Cross Chapter along with Red Cross Chapter Committee and members handed over a Red Cross house to Mr. Pradit Kadnuka at Kham Hai Sub district, Pha Nhom Phai District. 

Nakhon Pathom Province

        Nakhon Pathom Red Cross Chapter in collaboration withNakhon Pathom Hospital launched a mobile unit to collect blood at Veterinary and Remount Department, Mueang Nakhon Pathom District. Blood amounting to 18,550 CC was collected from 53 donors 

Trang Province
            The President of TrangRed Cross Chaptervisited Mr. Jira Kisun, a disabled person at Khao Poon Sub district, Haui Yod District. A relief kit was donated. 
 

Uthai Thani Province           

        The President of Uthai Thani Red Cross Chapter along with Red Cross Chapter Committee and members launched a mobile unit to collect blood and register eye and organ donors at Mueang Uthai Thani District Officer Hall. Blood amounting to 112 units was collected from donors 9 persons registered for eye donation.

Kanchanaburi Province

        The President of KanchanaburiRed Cross Chapter along withRed Cross Chapter Committee and members handed over scholarships to 126 needy students. The Governor of Kanchanaburi presided over the opening ceremony.

Samut Songkhram Province

        The President of Samut Songkhram Red Cross Chapter along with Red Cross Chapter Committee and members, senior officials from the government and public sectors, local administrative organizationand private organizations donated daily necessities to vulnerable people at Daodongdusittaram Temple, Klong Khoen Sub district, Mueang Samut Songkhram District.

Chiang Rai Province

        The Vice-President of Chiang Rai Red Cross Chapter along with Red Cross Chapter Committee and members visited Mrs. Jidapa Malee, a vulnerable woman at Haui Sak Sub district, Mueang District. They donated financial support and daily necessities.

Nakhon Si Thammarat Province

        Nakhon Si Thammarat Red Cross Chapter in collaboration with Sirindhorn Red Cross Health Station donated daily necessities to 295 families affected by flooding at Kanhab Nak Sub district, Pak Pa Nang District.

Sing Buri Province

        The President of Sing Buri Red Cross Chapter along with Red Cross Chapter Committee and members visited a woman whose house was damaged by fire at Mueang Sing Buri District. Financial support and daily necessities were donated.

Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province

        The President of Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Red Cross Chapteralong with Phachi Red Cross District Branch visited a disabled man. They donated a relief kit and financial support as initial assistance.

Uttaradit Province

        The President and Vice-President of Uttaradit Red Cross Chapter, along with Red Cross Chapter Committee and members in collaboration with Uttaradit Hospital launched a mobile unit to collect blood atMueang Uttaradit District Hall. Blood amounting to 218,250 CC was collected from 485 donors. They also awarded certificates and pins to donors.

Chaiyaphum Province

        The Vice-President of Chaiyaphum Red Cross Chapter together with Red Cross Chapter Committee and members, ChaiyaphumProvincial Social Development and Human Security officers visited a family whose house was damaged by fire at Nang Dad Sub District, Nhong Bua Daeng District. They donated daily necessities and financial support as initial assistance.

Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s Activities

Ø On November 6, 2015 Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, Executive Vice President of the Thai Red Cross Society presided over the foundation stone laying ceremony of the new building of Nakhon Ratchasima Regional Blood Centre, to be constructed on state property land, at the7.5 kilometer mark, Nong Bua Sala District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province. H.R.H. Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn also visited an exhibition of the history of Nakhon Ratchasima Regional Blood Centre and a model of the building to beconstructed. The 5th Nakhon Ratchasima Regional Blood Centre is administered by the Thai Red Cross National Blood Centre as part of the national network. The former regional centre was located in the area of the Red Cross Health Station No.4 at Mahatthai Road, Muang District, and has become too small. The responsibilities of a regional centre areblood quality testing, blood and components collecting to distribute among government and private hospitals in the area of Nakhon Ratchasima Province, Chaiyaphum Province, Buriram Province, Surin Province, Maha Sarakham Province and Srisaket Province. The Office of Disease Prevention and Control Region 5, Nakhon Ratchasima, donated the land (9,600 square meters) for construction of the new facility.

ØAfter the visit Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn awarded First Class Medals of Appreciation, Certificates of Honor and Pins of Appreciation to 1,124 blood donors from the 5th and 6th Region Red Cross Chapters who have donated blood 36 times, 100 times and 108 times respectively during the year 2014-2015. The award ceremony was held at the Convention Hall (MCC Hall), The Mall Nakhon Ratchasima.

Supervisor Skill Development Program: SSD25 – SSD28

        On November 9, 2015 Mr. Chamnong Sangmahachai, Assistant Secretary General for Personnel presided over the opening ceremony of Supervisor Skill Development Program: SSD25 – SSD28 at Sriri Sririyothin Meeting Room, 4th Floor of Chalerm Burananonda Building, the Thai Red Cross Society. 182 staff participated in the training program. The Human Resource Bureau of the Thai Red Cross Society holds the course to support Thai Red Cross staff to prepare themselves to be eligible for promotion to supervisor rank.

        The Supervisor Skill Development Program will be provided in 4 batches,

·        The 25th batch of SSD            :    November 10 - 13, 16 - 20, 2015

·        The 26th batch of SSD            :    November 24 - 24, 30, 2015

      December 1 - 4, 2015

·        The 27th batch of SSD            :    May 9 - 13, 16 - 19, 2016

·        The 28th batch of SSD            :    May 31, 2016 June 6 - 10, 2016

Royal Boat “Vejapaha” Provides  Medical Services in Nakhon PathomProvince

        On the auspicious occasion of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadejs, the Patron of the Thai Red Cross Society,88th birthday anniversary on December 5, 2015 and the 84th birthday anniversaryofHer Majesty Queen Sirikit, the President of Thai Red Cross Societyon August 12, 2016. Relief and Community Health Bureau of the Thai Red Cross Society put into service the royal boat “Vejapaha” together with a medical unit to provide medical services and also to distribute daily necessities to the vulnerable residing along the riverside, who have difficulty in obtaining medical services, in Nakhon Pathom Province from December 1 - 4, 2015. For more information, please contact directly to the Relief and Community Health Bureau at +66 2 251 7853 ext. 2103

Basic First Aid Course for General Public

         The Thai Red Cross First Aid and Health Care Training Centre will hold the basic first aid course for general public from November 2-6, 2015 at a meeting room, the 4th floor of Chalerm Burananonda Building, the Thai Red Cross Society. The training will be provided in 6 batches as follows;

·        The 1st Training Course           :   November 2 – 6, 2015

·        The 2nd Training Course          :   January 11 – 15, 2016

·        The 3rd Training Course           :   February 29 -  March 4, 2016

·        The 4th Training Course           :   April 25 – 29, 2016

·        The 5th Training Course           :   May 23 – 27, 2016

·        The 6th Training Course           :   June 20 – 24, 2016

        Those who would like to attend may apply at the Thai Red Cross First Aid and Health Care Training Centre, on the 2nd floor of Chalerm Burananonda Building or contact the centre at +66 2 256 4041-2 then press 2 after the auto reply.

Linnaeus-Palme Exchange Program with Swedish University

         The Thai Red Cross College of Nursing invites qualified teachers and students of the Thai Red Cross College of Nursing to apply for scholarships in the Linnaeus-Palme exchange program.

The Linnaeus-Palme exchange program is between the Thai Red Cross College of Nursing and Swedish Red CrossUniversity College. The program aims to promote cooperation on instruction systems and also to exchange experiencesin nursing education. For those who are interested, please see more information and download the application form athttp://www.trcn.ac.th/ 

Blood Donation Campaign in Honor of HM King Bhumibol Adulyadej’s Birthday Anniversary 

        On the auspicious occasion of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej’s 88th birthday anniversary on December 5, 2015 the Thai Red Cross National Blood Centre launched a campaign to receive blood, stem cell, eyes and organs from donors. At the same time the Centre also invites people to present their birthday wishes to His Majesty the King on the occasion of his 88th birthday anniversary at the Thai Red Cross National Blood Centre. 

Prostate Health Check-up Campaign for Elderly Men

        King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, Thai Red Cross Society, is holding a prostate health check-up campaign for the elderly on the occasion of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej’s birthday anniversary, at the 6th and 18th floor of Phor Por Ror Building, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital from 08.30 – 12.30 hours. The campaign is limitedto the first 150 people who register.

Provincial Red Cross Chapters 

Lopburi Province 

The President of Lopburi Red Cross Chapter along with chapter committee and members launched a mobile unit to collect blood at Khoa Kaew Temple, Muaeng Lopburi District. Blood amounting to 16,650 C.C. was collected from 37 donors.

Ang Thong Province

Ang Thong Red Cross Chapter launched a mobile unit to collect blood, eyes and organs from donors at KubotaCorporation Co., Ltd., Maharacha Branch. Blood amounting to 33 units was collected from donors. Also 15 persons registered for eye donation and organ donation.

Samut Prakan Province

Samut PrakanRed Cross Chapter along with committee members visited three persons whose house was damaged by fire at Pak Klong Bang Pa Kod Sub District, Pra Samut Chedi District. They also donated financial support and daily necessities as initial assistance. Prachuap Khiri Khan ProvinceThe President of Prachuap Khiri Khan Red Cross Chapter along with committee and members visited people whose house was damaged by fire at Sam Roy Yod District. They also donated a relief kit and financial support.
 

Surat Thani Province 

The President of Surat Thani Red Cross Chapter along with the Governor of Surat Thani visited an elderly woman at Kanchanadit District. They also donated daily necessities and financial support to her. Yala Province The Vice President of Yala Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members donated 20 sets of daily necessities to vulnerable people and also donated crutches to elderly people.

Chai Nat Province

The President of Chai Nat Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members donated financial support and daily necessities to Mrs. Suttasa Foythongluan,
a woman whose house was damaged by fire at Noen Kham District.

Buriram Province

The President of Buriram Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members donated relief kit and financial support to a disabled. The chapter also coordinated with related agencies asking for further support.

Phra Nakhon Si Ayautthaya Province

The President of Phra Nakhon Si Ayautthaya Red Cross Chapter visited two disabled persons at Phra Nakhon Si Ayautthaya District and Ladbualhuang District. They also donated wheelchairs and daily necessities as initial assistance.

Amnat Charoen Province

Amnat Charoen Red Cross Chapter Committee and members visited 35 families whose houses were damaged by storm and a family whose house was damaged by fire in Senangkhanikhom District.

Nonthaburi Province

The President of Nonthaburi Red Cross Chapter, Chapter Committee and members along with Bang Kruai Red Cross District Branch, in collaboration with Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Nonthaburi Provincial Office and Nonthaburi Provincial Social Development and Human Security officers, visited a woman whose house was damaged by fire. They also donated financial support and electrical appliances at Plai Bang Sub district, Bang Kruai District. 

Phatthalung Province 

The President of Phatthalung Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members in collaboration with Phatthalung Police Region launched a mobile
unit to collect blood, eyes and organ donations at Phatthalung Police Region Hall, on the occasion of National Police Day.

H.M. Queen Sirikit Donates Winter Relief Kits to PeopleAffected byCold Weather

        Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, President of the Thai Red Cross Society designated Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society, to be Her representative to donate winter relief kits to monks, elderly persons and people affected by cold weather  in Tak, Nong Bua Lam Phu and Kalasin Province.

Events in Celebration of His Majesty the King’s 88th Birthday Anniversary

        The Thai Red Cross Society organized events in celebration of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadejs, the Patron of the Thai Red Cross Society,88th birthday anniversary on December 5, 2015. The activities included;

·      Royal boat “Vejapha” provides medical services in Nakhon PathomProvince 

Relief and Community Health Bureau of the Thai Red Cross Society put into service the royal boat “Vejapha” together with a medical unit to provide medical services and also to donate daily necessities to the vulnerable residing along the riverside, who have difficulty in obtaining medical services, in Nakhon Pathom Province from December 1 - 4, 2015. On this occasion, Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society presided over the ceremony of launching the royal boat together with a medical unit at Vasukree Pier, Bangkok on December 17, 2015. 

·      The 14th  winter relief activity in honor of H.M. the King’s birthday 

Between December 15–17, 2015 representatives of the Thai Red Cross Society distributed 3,500 sets of cold weather relief kits including; blankets, overcoats and scarves in distant rural areas. A medical unit also provided medical services and dental care. They also donatedsport equipment, drugs and medical supplies to schools.

Blood Donation Campaign in Celebration of H.M. the King's Birthday Anniversary

          The Thai Red Cross National Blood Centre is inviting people to donate blood, register as a blood stem cell, eyes and organ donor to make merit in celebration of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej’s 88th birthday anniversary. They also invite people to present their birthday wishes to H.M. the King at the Thai Red Cross National Blood Centre throughout the month of December. Moreover, the Thai Red Cross National Blood Centre also invites all benevolent people to purchase “Give Blood for Dad” charity T-shirts (130 baht). For more information, please contact +662 256 4300 or +662 263 9600-99 ext. 1101.

Free Prostate Health Check-up 

         King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, Thai Red Cross Society, held a prostate health check-up campaign for the elderly, on December 5, 2015, from 08.30 – 12.30 hours. Persons interested may register at the 18th floor of Phor Por Ror Building, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital. The campaign is limitedto the first 150 people who register.

Press Conference to Announce the 2015 World AIDS Day Candlelight Event
        On November 20, 2015 the Thai Red Cross Society in collaboration with Ministry of Public Health, government agencies and the private sector held a press conference to announce the 24th World AIDS Day Candlelight Event under the concept of “Ending AIDS”. On this occasion, Emeritus Professor Praphan Phanuphak, M.D., Ph.D., Director of The Thai Red Cross AIDS Research Centre together with Dr.Sombat Thanphasertsuk,M.D., Senior Expert in Prevention Medicine, Department of Disease Control, Ministry of Public Health, the organizing team and celebrities participated in the press conference at Chalermprakiat Building, the Thai Red Cross AIDS Research Centre.

Walk Rally for Father’s Day 2015

        Queen Saovabha Memorial Institute, the Thai Red Cross Society invites children together with fathers to visit the Snake Farm and also join activities being held on the occasion of Father's Day. During December 5-7, 2015 children who come along with their father may visit our Snake Farm for free, join in the walk rally, and enjoy the snake handling demonstration. People who are interested can get more details at Facebook page Snake Farm –QSMI.

Provincial Red Cross Chapters

Chiang Rai Province

The President of Chiang Rai Red Cross Chapter along with the President of Phan Red Cross District Branch, Chapter Committee and members in collaboration with Chiang Rai Prachanukroh Hospital and Phan Hospital launched a mobile unit to collect blood at Mueang Pan Sub district Municipality. Blood amounting to 79,000 C.C. was collected from 212 donors.

Songkhla Province

The President of Songkhla Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members, Border Patrol Police 43rd Unit Singha Nakhon District, Pak Ro Sub district Administration Organization and volunteer scoutsvisited a woman whose house was damaged by fire at Pak Ro Singha Nakhon District. A mattress and financial support were donated.

Kalasin Province

Kalasin Red Cross Chapter distributed 60 relief kits to underprivileged people at Ban Nhong Khae School, Jumjung Sub district, Kuchinarai District, Kalasin Province.

Nakhon Sawan Province

The President of Nakhon Sawan Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members in collaboration with the 8th Nakhon Sawan Regional Blood Centre launched a mobile unit to collect blood and register eyes and organ donors at Krokpra District community hall. Blood amounting to 61,950 C.C. was collected from 177 donors.

Chonburi Province

The Governor of Chonburi along with the President of Chonburi Red Cross Chapter, Chapter Committee and members donated 400 relief kits and eye-glasses to elderly people. They also donated 15 bicycles and scholarships tounderprivilegedstudents at Ban Mab Krude School, Ban Bueng District.

Nan Province

The Governor of Nan together with the President of Nan Red Cross Chapter, Chapter Committee and members visited 16 families affected by a storm at Ai Na Lai Sub district and Lhai Nan Sub district, Wiang Sa District.

Si Sa Ket Province

The President and Vice-President of Si Sa Ket Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee, members and Red Cross youth volunteers participated in the activities of a mobile medical unit. They also donated 300 glasses of soymilk and 100 blankets to vulnerable people at Sae Sa Bow School, Dongrak Sub district, Phu Singha District.

Phayao Province

The President and Vice-President of Phayao Red Cross Chapter along with the President of Pong Red Cross District Branch, Chapter Committee and members visited a man whose house was damaged by fire at Ngim Sub District, Pong District. A relief kit and financial support was donated.

Udon Thani Province

The President of Udon Thani Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members visited a man whose house was damaged by fire at Nhong Waeng Sub District, Nam Som District. A relief kit and financial support was donated.

Samut Sakhon Province

The President of Samut Sakhon Red Cross Chapter together with Chapter Committee and members visited a girl who is being supported by Ruamchit Normklao Foundation. They donated daily necessities and financial support.

Mukdahan Province

The President of Mukdahan Red Cross Chapter donated a relief kit, clothes, medicines and financial support to a woman affected by fire at Ban Luen Charoen, Dong Luang District.

Phichit Province

The Vice-President of Phichit Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee, members and Tabklo District Officer visited a man whose house was damaged by fire at Tabklo Sub District, Tabklo District. A relief kit, daily necessities and financial support were donated.

Executive VicePresident of the TRCS Chairs 319th Thai Red Cross Council Meeting

         On December 2, 2015 Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, Executive Vice President of the Thai Red Cross Society proceeded to the 18th floor of Phor Por Ror Building, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, to award Red Cross Talapat Fan, First Class Medals, Certificates of Honor, Pins of Appreciation and Honorary Membership to persons who have dedicated themselves to voluntary work and given support to Red Cross activities.

        Then, H.R.H. Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn proceeded to Terd Prakiat Building, to chair the 319th Thai Red Cross Council Meeting. During the meeting, various issues were discussed, including the report on the operation of Risk Management Committee,preparations for the opening of Bhumisirimangalanusorn Building, the ongoing construction of plasma fractionation plant project, and Red Cross relief activities.

H.R.H Princess Soamsawali presided over the 24th World AIDS Day Candlelight Event

         On December 1, 2015 at Chamchuri Square Building, Pathum Wan, Bangkok,  Her Royal Highness Princess Soamsawali presided over the 24th World AIDS Day candlelight ceremony organized by the Thai Red Cross Society in collaboration with Ministry of Public Health, government agencies and the private sector.  The theme of the event was “Ending AIDS”.

        On this occasion, Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of Thai Red Cross Society gave a report on the activities of the TRCS in combatting AIDS and why the ceremony is held every year. H.R.H. Princess Soamsawali lit the candle to begin the event and awarded plaques to 27 persons for their cooperation with the TRCS on AIDS.

        The United Nations' (UN) World AIDS Dayis held on December 1, every year to increase the public’s awareness of HIV/AIDS, reduce stigma and discrimination against people living with HIV. During the World AIDS Day event that was held at the same location from November 24 - December 1, 2015, there were many interesting activities for instance; World AIDS Day exhibition, youth performances and livemini-concert.

World AIDS Day Campaign 2015

         Emeritus Professor Praphan Phanuphak, MD., Ph.D., Director of The Thai Red Cross AIDS Research Centre and Mrs. Saisom Wongsasuluck, president of fundraising for Thai Red Cross AIDS Research Centre led a group of celebrities from GMM Grammy Public Company Limited to meet with the Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister General Prawit Wongsuwan. They informed him of public relations activities for the World AIDS Day which include wearing a red ribbon; the symbol of HIV awareness, and encouraging people 

to gettested for HIV.

Secretary General of TRCS presides over the opening ceremony of the Princess Sirindhorn Mobile Eye Surgery Clinic also launches the royal boat “Vejapah” 

         On November 30, 2015 Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn designated Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society, to be her representative to preside over the opening ceremony of the Princess Sirindhorn Eye Surgery Unit’s work at Nong Chok Temple, Tha Yang District, Phetchaburi Province. During the above event,the Secretary General also donated daily necessities to monks who received 

eye surgery. 

        On December 3, 2015 Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society presided over the ceremony of launching the royal boat “Vejapah” together with
a medical unit at Tha Pood Temple, RaiKhing Sub District, SamPhran District, Nakhon Pathom Province. He also donated 89 gift sets from the Thai Red Cross to elderly, disabled and vulnerable persons. 

“ Tangerine Community Health Centre”, the First Clinic for Transgender Community in Thailand

         The Thai Red Cross AIDS Research Centre in collaboration with US development partners has opened a Tangerine Community Health Centre, the first clinic for transgender community in Thailand. The centre was officially opened on November 27, 2015 at the 2nd floor of Chalermprakiat Building, the Thai Red Cross AIDS Research Centre. Mr. Sawanit Kongsiri, Assistant Secretary General for External Relations, Thai Red Cross Society, together with Ambassador Glyn T. Davies, U.S. Ambassador to the Kingdom of Thailand presided over the opening ceremony.

        The Tangerine Community Health Centre provides needed services to the transgender community including specific quality healthcare access for transgender people. The centre is managed by trained transgender personnel and gender-sensitive medical professionals and provides services from 08.30 – 16.30 hours Monday to Friday. 

Provincial Red Cross Chapters

Pathum Thani Province

The President of Pathum Thani Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members visited and donated blankets to vulnerable women on the occasion of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s 60thbirthday anniversary, at Thanyaburi Women Home. 

Amnat Charoen Province 

The President and Vice-President of Amnat Charoen Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members donated financial support from Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, President of TRCS, to 2 disabled persons in Pathum Ratchawongsa District. They also donated relief kits as initial assistance.

Mae Hong Son Province

The Governor of Mae Hong Son along with the President of Mae Hong Son Red Cross Chapter ,Chapter Committee and members donated blankets to vulnerable people at Ban Na Pa Paek School, Mok Cham Pae Sub district, Mueang District.

Samut Songkram Province

The President of Samut Songkram Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members visited a policeman who had been injured
while on duty. They also donated financial support and a gift hamper at SomdejPhraphutthaloetla Hospital. 

Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province

The President of Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Red Cross Chapter along with Phachi Red Cross District Branch visited a disabled man at Phachi District. They also donated daily necessities and financial support as initial assistance.  

Samut Prakan Province

The President of Samut Prakan Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee, members and Bang Sao Thong District Chief Officer visited two victims of a storm at Bang Sao Thong District. They also donated daily necessities and financial support as initial assistance. 

Ranong Province

The President of Ranong Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members launched a mobile unit to collect blood at Mueang Ranong district office. Blood amounting to 11,200 C.C. was collected from donors.

Nakhon Pathom Province

The Vice-President of Nakhon Pathom Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members visited a man whose house was damaged by fire at Sri Sa Thong Sub District, Nakhon Chaisri District. They also donated daily necessities, blankets and financial support as initial assistance.  

Roi Et Province

Lt.Gen.(Retd) Amnat Barlee MD, Director of Relief and Community Health Bureau of the Thai Red Cross Society along with the Vice-President of Roi Et Red Cross Chapter, Chapter Committee and members visited a  patient under the plasticsurgery projectfor repair ofcleft lip and cleft palateand other deformities. Momentoes were also donated at Roi Et Hospital.

Prachin Buri Province

The President of Prachin Buri Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members visited 100 elderly persons at Camillian Social Center, Khokpip Sub District, Srimahosot District. Daily necessities and blankets were donated.

Uthai Thani Province

The President of Uthai Thani Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members launched a mobile unit to collect blood, eyes and organ donation at Uthai Thani Technical College. Blood amounting to 76 units was collected from donors.

Ratchaburi Province

The President of Ratchaburi Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members visited a man whose house was damaged by fire at Ban Pong
Sub District, Ban Pong District. They also donated daily necessaries and financial support as initial assistance.    

H.M. Queen Sirikit Concerned About PeopleAffected byCold Weather

        On December 4, 2015 Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, President of the Thai Red Cross Society designated Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society, to be Her representative to distribute relief kits to monks, elderly persons and people affected by cold weather  in Long District and Wang Chin District, Phrae Province.

        Mr. Phan Wannamethee went to Mae Hit Temple in Ban Pin Sub District, Long District, Phrae Province, where he donated 520 winter relief kits to monks, elderly persons and people affected by cold weather. The Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society then arrived at Wang Chin Wittaya School, Wang Chin District, to distribute another 720 winter relief kits to vulnerable people.

Financial Support for Princess Sirindhorn Eye Surgery Unit’s Activities

        On December 8, 2015 Ms. Nonglak Kaweewat,Chairman of the Thai Association of Southern California,donated 400,000 Baht to support the activities of Princess Sirindhorn Eye Surgery Unit, the Thai Red Cross Society. Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society, together with Dr. Warangkana Thongkhamsai, Head of Medical Services Division, Relief and Community Health Bureau of the Thai Red Cross Society, received the donation at Reception Room, Terd Prakiat Building. 

Namthip Gives Back Project for the Thai Red Cross Society

        On December 9, 2015, at Siam Inter-Continental Hotel, the Coca-Cola Foundation Thailand, led by Mr. Pornwut Sarasin, Chairman of the Coca-Cola Foundation in Thailand, signed a partnership agreement with the Relief and Community Health Bureau, the Thai Red Cross Society, led by Lt.Gen. (Retd) Amnat Barlee M.D., Director of Relief and Community Health Bureau, to extend 'Namthip Gives Back' project for another three years -- 2016-2018. The project supports the Thai Red Cross’ activities to help disaster victims throughout the country.

 
Voluntary Spirit Development

            On December 8, 2015 at Phiphat Mongkhon Meeting Room, Samut Songkhram Provincial Administrative Organization,Mr. Phranai Suwannarat, Director of the Provincial Red Cross Chapters Administration Bureau, the Thai Red Cross Society presided over the opening ceremony of voluntary spirit development meeting organized by Samut Songkhram Red Cross Chapter. The meeting was held to mark the auspiciousoccasion of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s 60th birthday anniversary and also to encourage voluntary spirit of Thai Red Cross volunteers.

Prince Mahidol Award Youth Program Scholarship 2015

        On November 30, 2015 Prof.Suttipong Wacharasindhu, M.D., Dean of Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University and Director of King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital participated in the announcement of winners of the Prince Mahidol Youth Program Scholarship 2015 at Prince Mahidol Aduldej Room, the 4th floor of Siriraj Medical Library, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University. Mr. Seelwan Sathitratanacheewin, a medical student from the Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, was one of the scholarship recipients of the program.

Experiences Exchange between the TRCS & Sweden in Disaster Relief Activities

        On November 30, 2015 at the Thai Red Cross Disaster Operations Center, Terd Prakiat Building, Mr. Sawanit Kongsiri, Assistant Secretary General for External Relationsalong with Lt. Gen.(Retd) Amnat Barlee, M.D., Director of Relief and Community Health Bureau of the Thai Red Cross Society, welcomed Mr. Staffan Herrström,SwedishAmbassadorto Thailand and a delegation of Swedish businessmen on a visit to learn and share experiences of relief activities.

Father's Day Activities Organized by the Thai Red Cross Children Home

        On December 4, 2015 the Thai Red Cross Children Home organized events in celebration of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej’s, Patron of the Thai Red Cross Society,88th birthday anniversary at Vajiralongkorn Building, the Thai Red Cross Children Home. The event featured children’s dance performanceto the song “RoiYim Khong Por” (Father's Smile), presenting floral gifts and joining in “Bike for Dad" parade.

Healthy Children Contest 2016
        The 2016 Red Cross Fair Administration Division in collaboration with the Department of Paediatrics, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital of the Thai Red Cross Society is inviting children aged betweenone to five years to join the Healthy Children Contest 2016. 

The contest encourages parents to properly look after their children, physically and mentally, as well as to promote their development to the fullest.

         Interested parents may buy an application form at Financial Department, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital from 08.00 – 15.00 hours. The candidates should submit a completed application form together with birth certificate and medical reports relating to vaccination information, between January 11 – 15, 2016 at the ground floor of Sor Kor Building, 

         King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital. For more information, please contact +662 256 4971 

or +662 256 4440. 

Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s Activities

On December 30, 2016 Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, Executive Vice-President of the Thai Red Cross Society along with the Management Committee and Thai Red Cross staff attended a ceremony giving alms to 100 monks on the occasion of New Year 2016 at Padtayapatana Building, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, Thai Red Cross Society. 

Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society and Prof. Dr. Suttipong Wacharasindhu, Director of King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital and Dean of Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, presented gifts and Red Cross calendars to Her Royal Highness. On this occasion, M.R. Priyangsri Watanakun, Assistant Secretary General for Fund Raising and Director of Fund Raising Bureau also presented a shirt carrying HRH’s drawing on the concept of “Elderly’s Long Lasting Smiles”. H.R.H.  Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn then bestowed New Year blessings on all Thai Red Cross staff.

On December 28, 2016 Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, Executive Vice-President of the Thai Red Cross Society proceeded to Vajiralongkorn Building, Thai Red Cross Children Home, and watched a performance by the Home’s children, after which She chaired the annual Steering Committee meeting of the Thai Red Cross Children's Home. The meeting discussed a number of issues, including a report on eyeglasses for the elderly project, the operation of the Red Cross Children Home Village in Nakhon Pathom Province, the operation of the Self Sufficiency Economy Demonstration Center in Songkhla Province and progress in helping children whose parents died in the tsunami and are being taken care of by adopted families.

The Thai Red Cross Children Home was established on September 17, 1981 on the initiative of H.R.H. Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, Executive Vice-President of the Thai Red Cross Society, who was deeply concerned with the physical, mental and social well-being of abandoned children. The TRCCH provides care for the children and finds them appropriate families for adoption. At present there are 46 children under the care of the Home.

Friend in Need (of “Pa”) Volunteers Foundation Fair 2015

On December 18, 2015 Her Royal Highness Princess Soamsawali presided over the opening of the Friend in Need (of “Pa”) Volunteers Foundation Fair 2015 at Suan Kularb Palace, Dusit Grand Palace. The event took place from December 18-27, 2015 under the theme of “Organic Farming in celebration of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn's 60th   Birthday Anniversary”

H.M. Queen Sirikit Concerned With People Affected by Cold Weather in Chiang Rai Province

On December 17, 2015 Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, President of the Thai Red Cross Society designated Mr. Phan  Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society, to be Her representative to donate 1,640 winter relief kits to monks, elderly persons and vulnerable people affected by cold weather in Wiang Chai and Mae Lao District, Chiang Rai Province.

Eyeglasses Donation for Students in Samut Sakhon Province

On January 6, 2016 at Talaythai Seafood Market, Samut Sakhon Province, Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society presided over the ceremony to begin the work of the Thai Red Cross mobile unit which makes optical glasses. The mobile unit has optometrists to check eyesight and then cuts the necessary glasses. The mobile unit was launched in 1997 and is specifically aimed at school children. Since then glasses have been provided to more than 63,189 students in all 77 provinces. In the financial year of 2015, the unit has visited five provinces and has made glasses for 3,619 children.

The 14th Winter Relief Activity in Honor of H.M. the King’s Birthday

The Relief and Community Health Bureau of the Thai Red Cross Society in collaboration with associate partners organized the 14th winter relief activity between 15-17 December, 2015, in Chiangmai Province in honor of His Majesty 

King Bhumibol Adulyadej’s birthday anniversary. Lt.Gen. (Retd) Amnat Barlee M.D., Director of Relief and Community Health Bureau presided over the opening ceremony where 3,500 cold weather relief kits, 1,518 childrens’ sweater and dresses, sport equipment, water dispensers and medicine cabinets were handed out to the vulnerable. Free of charge medical services and dental care also were provided during the occasion.

The Meeting of Provincial Red Cross Chapters in the 4th Regions

Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society presided over the opening ceremony of the meeting of Provincial Red Cross Chapters in the 4th Region. The Provincial Red Cross Chapters who are in the 4th Region include Kanchanaburi Province, Prachuap Khiri Khan Province, Phetchaburi Province, Ratchaburi Province, Samut Songkhram Province, Samut Sakhon Province and Nakhon Pathom Province. The meeting was held on January 5, 2016 at Chaipattana Vocational Park, Nakhon Pathom Province. The aim of the meeting was to share knowledge, viewpoints and experiences among the participants.

Happy Family Day 2015

On December 19, 2015 at Patthayapat Building, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, the Thai Red Cross Society, Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society presided over the opening ceremony of the Happy Family Day 2015. On this occasion, M.R. Priyangsri Watanakun, Assistant Secretary General for Fund Raising and Director of Fund Raising Bureau together with Prof.Dr. Charan Mahatumarat, Head of Princess Sirindhorn Craniofacial Centre, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital of the Thai Red Cross Society and representatives from related departments participated in the event. The Happy Family Day 2015 was held to provide fun and games for the enjoyment of children who were born with cleft lip and cleft palate and other deformities. It was also a good opportunity for families to share their experiences.

National Children’s Day Activities at the Thai Red Cross Society

This year, the Children’s Day 2016 Motto: “be good children, be diligent, be studious for a better future” was given by Prime Minister General Prayut Chan-o-cha. At the Thai Red Cross Society, on January 9, 2016, Mr. Tej Bunnag, Assistant Secretary General for Administration presided at the opening ceremony of Children’s Day activities 2016 at the Thai Red Cross museum. The Thai Red Cross Society held many activities to emphasize to children the understanding of moral, humanity, kindness, voluntary and public mind values. Participating children and their parents could visit the TRCS snake farm and also enjoy the show free of charge.   

On the same day, Mr. Chansak  Thawin, Vice Governor of Trat Province presided over the opening ceremony of Children’s Day activities held at the Thai Red Cross Ratchakarun Centre, Khao Lan District, Trad Province. Food and refreshments were provided for the visiting children and also many activities were organized, for instance, art contests.

Provincial Red Cross Chapters

Tak Province

The Vice-President of Tak Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members in collaboration with Somdejphrajaotaksin Maharaj Hospital sent out a mobile unit to collect blood at Tak Police station. Blood amounting to 33,300 C.C. was collected from 74 donors.

Lopburi Province

The Governor of Lopburi together with the President of Lopburi Red Cross Chapter visited a boy with intellectual disability at Khudtapet Sub district, Lamsonthi District. Financial support and relief kit were donated.

Phichit Province

The President of Phichit Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee, members and Sam Ngam Red Cross District Branch donated school uniforms to 100 students at Khlong Charoen Temple, Nong Sano Sub district, Sam Ngam District.

Chachoengsao Province

The President of Chachoengsao Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee, members and Sanam Chai Khet District Chief visited students and patients under the Patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn. They also donated relief kits at Mathayom Prarachatan Nayao School, Sanam Chai Khet District.

Uttaradit Province

The President of Uttaradit Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee, members and the President of Nam Pat Red Cross District Branch in collaboration with Uttaradit Hospital sent out a mobile unit to collect blood at Nam Pat Chanupatham School. Blood amounting to 44,550 C.C. was collected from 99 donors.

Sakon Nakhon Province

The President of Sakon Nakhon Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members donated blankets to vulnerable people at Kham Ta Kla District Hall, Charoensin District Hall, and Song Dao District Hall.

Ang Thong Province

The Governor of Ang Thong handed over a Red Cross house to a woman who lives in Visetchaichan District. On this occasion, the President of Ang Thong Red Cross Chapter together with Chapter Committee and members also donated a mattress, blankets and a mosquito net.

Satun Province

The Govenor of Satun together with the President of Satun Red Cross Chapter, Chapter Committee and members in collaboration with Satun Provincial Health Office donated relief kits to vulnerable, disabled and elderly people at Multipurpose Buildings, Pu-U Sub district, Mueang District. 

Phayao Province

The President and Vice President of Phayao Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members, donated 30 blankets and 15 sets of daily necessities to people affected by a storm at Rom Yen Sub district, Chiang Khum District. 

Udonthani Province

The President of Udonthani Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members visited a man who suffered burns in an accident at Kumpawapi Hospital, Kumpawapi District. Financial support and a relief kit were donated as initial assistance.

Phatthalung Province

Phatthalung Red Cross Chapter provided lunch to needy and disabled students at Ban Khok Sak School, Khok Sak Sub district, Bang Kaew District. Sport equipment and bicycles were donated at the occasion.

Phitsanulok Province

Phitsanulok Red Cross Chapter visited Mrs. Saengchan Chekchantuek, whose house was damaged by fire, at Wang Nok An Sub district, Wang Thong District. They also donated blankets, relief kit and financial support.

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H.M. Queen Sirikit Donates Winter Relief Kits to PeopleAffected byCold Weather

            On January 8, 2016 Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, President of the Thai Red Cross Society designated Mr.

Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society, to be Her representative to donate 2,040 winter relief kits to monks, the elderly and disable persons affected by cold weather in Nong Bua Daeng District and Kaset Sombun District. The handover ceremony was held at Nong Bua Daeng and Kaset Sombun WittayaSchool Hall. 

The 2016 Blood Donation Campaign in Celebration of H.M. Queen Sirikit’s Birthday Anniversary           

         Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Societypresided at a press conference to announce the2016 blood donation campaign in celebration of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit’s 84th birthday anniversary and 60th anniversary of being in the position of President of the Thai Red Cross Society, at Chum Phot Meeting Room, Chaloem Phra Kiat Borom Rachininat Building, National Blood Centre. During the occasion, Mr. Sanchai Jongwisarn, Deputy Head of Blood Donation Support and Procurement Committee along with Cmdr.(Retd)Ubonwon Charoonruangrit, M.D.,Director of National Blood Centre and a group of celebritiesencouraged people to join the campaign.

        On this occasion, the Secretary General also awarded a certificate of honor and scholarship to the winner of a painting contest held with the theme “Queen of My Heart”.

Foundation Stone Laying Ceremony of  New Building of Red Cross Health Station No.11 Wisetniyom,Bangkok

        On January 11, 2016 Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Societypresided over the foundation stone laying ceremony of the new building of Red Cross Health Station No.11 Wisetniyom,Bangkok.

        Red Cross Health Station No.11 Wisetniyom was officially opened in 1967. Medical check-up services have been provided for people in the area for 48 years. The new building is being constructed to replace the old one that was damaged by floods in 2011 and to support the station’s activities in blood transfusion service and disaster relief.

United States Global AIDS Coordinator visited the Thai Red Cross AIDS Research Centre

        On January 14, 2016 at meeting room on the 7th floor of Chalermprakiat Building, the Thai Red Cross AIDS Research Centre,  Emeritus ProfessorPraphan Phanuphak, M.D., Ph.D., Director of The Thai Red Cross AIDS Research Centre together with Dr. Nittaya Phanuphak Pungpapong, Chief of Prevention and SEARCH, the Thai Red Cross AIDS Research Centre and the U.S President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) welcomed Ambassador-at-Large, Deborah L. Birx, M.D., the United States Global AIDS Coordinator on a visit.

Bhumisiri Mangalanusorn Building

        On January 13, 2016 at meeting room on the 12th floor of Bhumisiri Mangalanusorn Building, the Thai Red Cross Society Prof. Dr. Suttipong Wacharasindhu, Director of King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospitalgave a press conference to announce the progress of the construction of Bhumisiri Mangalanusorn Building and preparations for the opening.

         Bhumisiri Mangalanusorn Building is the largest Center for Medical Excellence in Thailand. The building has 29 floors and total area of 224,752.25 square meters. The physical construction of the building is already finished while interior decoration has progressed to more than 70%. The building will officially provide full medical services within this year.

Phuket Red Cross Chapter’s Operations in 2015

        Throughout 54 years of its establishment, Phuket Red Cross Chapter has provided assistance to people affected by disaster, the disabled and vulnerable as well as carrying out other missions in their capacity as representative of the Thai Red Cross Society. The Chapter continues to work vigorously and with sacrifice to strengthen people's trust in the Thai Red Cross Society.

        Mrs. Nattharee Chansomwong is the former President of Phuket Red Cross Chapter and the current President is Mrs. Watsana  Tipphongthara. Presently, there are 35 chapter committee members and 710 members.

Provincial Red Cross Chapters 

Pattani Province

The Governor and Vice Governor of Pattani along with the President of Pattani Red Cross Chapter, Chapter Committee and members visited patients injured by bomb explosion at Pattani Hospital. They also donated relief kits and financial support as initial assistance.

Ratchaburi Province

Vice Governor of Ratchaburi along with the President of Ratchaburi Red Cross Chapter, Chapter Committee and members visited families whose houses were damaged by fire at Suanpueng District and Mueang District. Daily necessities and financial support were donated.

Nong Khai Province

The Governor of Nong Khai along with the President of Nong Khai Red Cross Chapter, Chapter Committee, Chapter members and Thabo Red Cross District Branch visited and donated relief bags to families whose house were damaged by a storm at Kongnang Sub district, Thabo District.

Yala Province

The Governor of Yala together with the President of Yala Red Cross Chapter, Chapter Committee and members visited a 10 year old girl who was diagnosed with brain tumour. They also donated financial support as initial assistance.

Amnat Charoen Province

The President and Vice President of Amnat Charoen Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members handed over 195 blankets to blind people at Amnat Charoen Association of the Blind, Yung Sub district, Mueang District Amnat Charoen.

Samut Prakan Province

The President of Samut Prakan Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee, Chapter members and Red Cross Health Station No.5 (Sawangkhanivas) visited victims whose house were damaged by fire at Naikongbangplakod Sub district, Prasamutchedi District.  Financial support and daily necessities were donated.

Khon Kaen Province

The President of Khon Kaen Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members handed over a wheelchair to a disabled man in Sila Sub district, Mueang Khon Kaen District.

Chiang Mai Province

The President of Chiang Mai Red Cross Chapter distributed financial support and daily necessities to a family whose house was damaged by fire at Makhunwhan Sub district, Sanpatong District.

Chiang Rai Province

The President of Pan Red Cross District Branch along with Branch members and Pan District Chief donated financial support to a vulnerable man at Tantawan Sub district, Pan District.  

Phang Nga Province

Phang Nga Red Cross Chapter in collaboration with Phuket Regional Blood Centre launched a mobile unit to collect blood and register organ donors at Takuapa District Community Hall. Blood amounting to 18,450 CC was collected from 41 donors.

Chaiyaphum Province

Assistant President of Chaiyaphum Red Cross Chapter together with Chapter Committee and members visited a disabled woman at Chilong Sub district, Mueang District. Financial support, relief kit, bedding set and daily necessities were donated as initial assistance.

Nakhon Pathom Province

Nakhon Pathom Red Cross Chapter in collaboration with Nakhon Pathom Hospital launched a mobile unit to collect blood at Thai Foods International Co., Ltd. Blood amounting to 17,500 CC was collected from 50 donors.

94th Anniversary of the Establishment of Thai Red Cross Youth

        On January 27, 2016 Her Royal Highness Princess Somsawalee presided over the parade and oath-taking ceremony of Thai Red Cross Youth on occasion of the 94th anniversary of the establishment of the Thai Red Cross Youth at the Supachalasai National Stadium, Pathumwan, Bangkok.

        The event was held by the Thai Red Cross Society in collaboration with theMinistry of Education and Department of Physical Education to commemorate the founder of the Thai Red Cross Youth; His Royal Highness Prince Paribatra Sukhumbhand.

 
H.R.H. Princess Somsawalee Provided Relief Kits to Assist Flood Victims

        On February 3, 2016 Her Royal Highness Princess Somsawalee proceeded to Royal Thai Fleet, U-Tapao Airport, BanChang District, RayongProvince, to pack and stock relief kits. On this occasion, volunteers from the Thai Red Cross Youth Bureau led by Mrs.SaisomWongsasuluk also joined the activities. 1,509 relief kits were packed and later distributed to flood victims in Nakhon Si Thammarat and Surat Thani Provinces. 

Secretary General of TRCS Distributes Winter Relief Kits in NakhonPhanom Province

        On February 5, 2016 Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, President of the Thai Red Cross Society designated Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society to be Her representative to donate 1,660 winter relief kits to monks, elderly and disable persons as well as students affected by cold weather, atSriSongkhram and Na Wa District Community Hall.

Secretary General of TRCS Presided Over the Opening Ceremony of the Princess Sirindhorn Mobile Eye Surgery Clinic

        On January 26, 2016 Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn designated Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society, to be Her representative to preside over the opening ceremony of the Princess Sirindhorn Mobile Eye Surgery Clinic on a field trip to Phra Phutthachai Temple, Saraburi Province.

         During the above event,the Secretary General also donated 150 blankets to monks who received eye surgery. Mr.WichianPhuthiwinyu, Governor of Saraburi and Mrs. AngkhanaPhuthiwinyu, the President of Saraburi Red Cross Chapter participated in the ceremony and welcomed the Secretary General.

         Princess Sirindhorn Mobile Eye Surgery Clinic was established in 1995 to commemorate Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s 40th Birthday anniversary. The project has advanced to be a surgical mobile unit to provide free eye treatment for people with cataracts, glaucoma and disease of eyelids.

 
Conference on Prevention of Congenital Defects with Folate Intake

        Relief and Community Health Bureau of the Thai Red Cross Society in collaboration with partner organizations organized a conference on “Prevention of Congenital Defects with Folate Intake” on the occasion of  the 100th anniversary of the establishment of Relief and Community Health Bureau which will take place December 23, 2020. A purpose of the conference is to disseminate knowledge from specialists about the uses of folate which can prevent Thai children from congenital defects and disabilities.

         On January 27, 2016 Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society presided over the opening ceremony at Chum Phot Meeting Room, Chaloem Phra Kiat Borom Rachininat Building, National Blood Centre, the Thai Red Cross Society. 

         Dr.Wachira Pengjuntra, Director General of the Department of Health, Ministry of Public Health together with Professor Vorasuk Shotelersuk, M.D, Assistant Dean for Research Affairs of the Faculty of Medicine Chulalongkorn University, Emeritus Professor Pornswan Wasant, M.D., the President of Birth Defects Association (Thailand) and Lt.Gen. (Retd) Amnat Barlee M.D., Director of Relief and Community Health Bureau also participated in the conference.

Executive Director of UNAIDS visited the Thai Red Cross AIDS Research Centre

        On January 29, 2016 at meeting room on the 7th floor of Chalermprakiat Building, the Thai Red Cross AIDS Research Centre, Emeritus ProfessorPraphan Phanuphak, M.D., Ph.D., Director of The Thai Red Cross AIDS Research Centre together with Dr.Nittaya Phanuphak Pungpapong, Chief of Prevention and SEARCH, the Thai Red Cross AIDS Research Centre and Dr. Pusadee Tamthai, Deputy Governor of Bangkok welcomed Mr. Michel Sidibe, Executive Directorof United Nations Programme on HIV and AIDS.

         Dr.Nittaya Phanuphak Pungpapong gave a presentation on the Thai Red Cross AIDS Research Centre’s activities, especially on test&treatwhich is anew strategy in HIV prevention. She also led the group to visit the Tangerine Community Health Centre, the first clinic for transgender community in Thailand at the 2nd floor of Chalermprakiat Building, the Thai Red Cross AIDS Research Centre.

The 2016 HIV Run 24 Hours to help HIV Patients

        The HIV Netherlands Australia Thailand Research Collaboration (HIV – NAT), Thai Red Cross AIDS Research Centre, the Thai Red Cross Society has held the 2016 HIV Run 24 Hours under the campaign of “ Wish Your Love”. The campaign was organized to raise awareness and encourage using protection to prevent HIV as well as having regular HIV checks.

        The 2016 HIV Run 24 Hours activity was held in two parts including;  

             Ø Offline running which was held on March 13, 2016 at Lumpini Park, with runners covering either 4 or 8.5 kilometers.
             Ø Online running whose activities may be found on http://www.hivrun24hours.com from March 13 – 15, 2016

Chula World Kidney Day 2016

        King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, TRCS, in collaboration with Partnership Networks invited people to participate in “Chula World Kidney Day 2016” at the 1st floor of Chamchuri Square Building, Pathum Wan, Bangkok, on March 11, 2016.The event was held under the theme of “Save Kidney Save Health Save Children”. During the event, there were several activities for instance; free diagnostic testsforkidney disease, healthy cooking demonstration, art competition for pre-high school students and many others.

Executive Vice President of the TRCS Chairs 320th Thai Red Cross Council Meeting

        On March 3, 2016 Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, Executive Vice President of the Thai Red Cross Society chaired the 320th Thai Red Cross Council Meeting at Terd Prakiat Building. Before presiding over the meeting, H.R.H. Maha Chakri Sirindhorn proceeded to the 18th floor of Phor Por Ror Building, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, to award First Class Medals to persons who have dedicated themselves to voluntary work and given support to Thai Red Cross activities.

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Provincial Red Cross Chapters 

Si Sa Ket Province

The President of Si Sa Ket Red Cross Chapter, Chapter Committee and members handed over 200 blankets to vulnerable people at Rasisalai District Office Hall.  

Nonthaburi Province

The President of Nonthaburi Red Cross Chapter, Chapter Committee and members visited and awarded scholarships to 16 students at Sriboonyanon School, Nonthaburi District.

Tak Province

The Vice President of Tak Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee, members and Thepparat Red Cross Health Station (Red Cross Health Station No.13 Tak Province) donated daily necessities and clothes to students, the vulnerable and elderly people at Ban Nu Se Plo School, Mae Chan District, Aum Pang District.

Chachoengsao Province

The President of Chachoengsao Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee, members and Klong Kuean District Chief donated blankets and adult diapers to elderly people and patients at Klong Kuean District hall.

Ang Thong Province 

The Governor of Ang Thong along with the President of Ang Thong Red Cross Chapter, Chapter Committee and members distributed 50 relief kits to elderly and vulnerable people at sermon hall at Noi Temple, Yilon Sub district, Visetchaichan District. 

Chonburi Province

The President and Vice President of Chonburi Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members of Sattahip Red Cross District Branch handed over a Red Cross house to Ms. Benjawan Chucherd at Bang Sare Sub district, Sattahip District. Daily necessities were also donated on the occasion.

Lopburi Province

The Governor of Lopburi along with the President of Lopburi Red Cross Chapter distributed financial support and relief kits to 10 disabled people and also donated relief kits to 

100 vulnerable families, at Ban Ko Rang School, Badan District. 

Pathum Thani Province

The President of Pathum Thani Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members distributed 104 relief kits, 188 eye-glasses and 10 bicycles to vulnerable people, at Thong Sa-at Temple, Lat Lum Kaeo District. 

Udon Thani Province

The President of Udon Thani Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members visited a vulnerable person at Phen Sub district, Phen District. Financial support and 2 relief kits also were donated.

Uthai Thani Province

The President of Uthai Thani Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members visited and donated daily necessities, a fan, mosquito net, rice cooker and financial support to a man whose house was damaged by fire at Nhong Ka Yhang Sub district, Nhong Ka Yhang District.

Sakon Nakhon Province

The President of Sakon Nakhon Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members in collaboration with Sakon Nakhon Hospital launched a mobile unit to collect blood at Kam Ta Kla District Hall. Blood amounting to 54,800 CC was collected from 137 donors.

Maha Sarakham Province

Maha Sarakham Red Cross Chapter Committee in collaboration with Maha Sarakham Hospital launched a mobile unit to collect blood at the Faculty of Tourism and Hotel Management, Maha Sarakham University. Blood amounting to 32,000 CC was collected from 80 donors.

H.M. Queen Sirikit Concerned for PeopleAffected byCold Weather in Sa Kaeoand Maha Sarakham Province

        On February 9, 2016  Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, President of the Thai Red Cross Society designated Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society, to be Her representative to distribute relief kits to monks and people affected by cold weather at Khlong Hat District Community Hall and Wang Sombun District Hall, Sa Kaeo Province. 1,060 winter relief kits were donated at the occasion.  

         On February 12, 2016 Mr. Phan Wannamethee also went to Chiang Yuen Pittayakom School and Chuen Chom District Community Hall, Maha Sarakham Province, where he donated 1,260 winter relief kits to monks, the elderly and disable persons as well as people affected by cold weather.

Expanding Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) Project to Commemorate Her Royal Highness Princess Somsawalee’s 5th Cycle Birthday Anniversary 

        On February 16, 2016, at Chalermprakiat Building, the Thai Red Cross AIDS Research Centre, Emeritus ProfessorPraphan Phanuphak, M.D., Ph.D., Director of The Thai Red Cross AIDS Research Centre presided at a press conference to announce the Expanding Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) Project to prevent HIV infection among men who have sex with men (MSM) and transgendered women who have sex with men. This project was launched to commemorate Her Royal Highness Princess Somsawalee’s 5th cycle birthday anniversary. 

        On this occasion, Mr. Amnuay Gajeena, Director-General of the Department of Disease Control (DDC) together with Dr.Nittaya Phanuphak Pungpapong, Chief of Prevention and SEARCH, the Thai Red Cross AIDS Research Centre and Khun Thitiyanan Nangpor, Director of Sisters Foundation also participated in the event.

49th Diplomatic Red Cross Bazaar 

        On the auspicious occasion of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit’s 84th birthday anniversary and 60th anniversary of being in the position of President of the Thai Red Cross Society, the Thai Red Cross Society in cooperation with the Diplomatic Participants Committee jointly hosted the 49th Diplomatic Red Cross Bazaar duringMarch 5 - 6, 2016, at Royal Paragon Hall.

            On  The Thai Red Cross Society in Cooperation with The Diplomatic Participants Committee organizethis special occasion, Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, Executive Vice-President of the Thai Red Cross Society, presided at the opening of the 49th Diplomatic Red Cross Bazaar and visited all the booths on March 5, 2016. Admission feeand all funds from this event are to be donated to the Thai Red Cross Society for supporting Red Cross activities.

Representatives from IFRC Asia Pacific Office Visit Relief and Community Health Bureau

        On February 11, 2016, at the Thai Red Cross Disaster Operations Center, Lt. Gen.(Retd) Amnat Barlee, M.D., Director of Relief and Community Health Bureau, the Thai Red Cross Society together with his team welcomed Mr. Xavier Castellanos,Regional Director, Asia Pacific, International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, on a visit to learn and share experiences of relief activities of the Bureau.   

Financial Support for the Operation of Royal Boat “Vejapaha”

        On February 8, 2016 Mrs. Astrid Amaya, wife of the Ambassador of Colombiato Thailand along with Mrs. Akiko El Housni, wife of the Ambassador of the Kingdom of Morocco to Thailand, Mrs. Juri Sekiguchi Drofenik, wife of the Ambassadorof Austria to Thailand, Mrs. Olga Barskaya, wife of theAmbassadorof Russia to Thailand and Mrs. Darat Pitaksit,Fund-Raising Chairwoman of Young Women's Christian Association (YWCAof Bangkok) donated 150,000 Baht to support the operation of royal boat “Vejapaha”. On the same occasion, Mrs. Darat Pitaksit also donated 10,000 Baht to support theplastic surgery project for repair of cleft lip and cleft palate and other deformities.Lt. Gen.(Retd) Amnat Barlee, M.D., Director of Relief and Community Health Bureau received the donation at the Thai Red Cross Disaster Operations Center. 

Junior CSR Award #2 

        The Thai Red Cross Organ Donation Center in cooperation with the Faculty of Communication Arts, Bangkok University invites college and school students to send their public relations plan or video clip under the concept of “Organ Transplantation Makes New Lives” as part of the junior CSR award competition. The video clip should present a story of persons who represent best practice in organ donation.

        The competition is open until April 30, 2016. The winners will be announced on May 17, 2016. You can download the application form at Facebook page: Junior CSR Award BUCA. For more information please contact Mr. Bodin Luangtrirat at bodin [dot] l [at] bu [dot] ac [dot] th or +662 902 0299.

Provincial Red Cross Chapters

Petchabun Province 

Lt. Gen (Retd) Amnat Barlee, Director of Relief and Community Health Bureau along with the President of Petchabun Red Cross Chapter, Chapter Committee and members handed over blankets, drinking water and medicine sets to vulnerable people at Beungsampan District Office Hall.  

Yala Province

The President of Yala Red Cross Chapter, Chapter Committee and members, with Mueang Yala District Chief visited fivepatients under the patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn. Daily necessities were donated.

Chiang Mai Province

The President and Vice President of Chiang Mai Red Cross Chapter, Chapter Committee and members visited a woman whose house was damaged by fire at Nhong Pa Klung, Mueang Chiang Mai.  They also donated daily necessities and financial support.

Khonkaen Province

The President of Khonkaen Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members in collaboration with Office of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation handed over 500 blankets to vulnerable people at Kranaun District Hall.

Lampang Province

The President of Lampang Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members handed over 600 blankets to people affected by cold weather in the area of Mueang Yaw Sub district and Mae San Sub District.

Krabi Province

The Vice President of Krabi Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members visited Mr. Thawon Damdee, a vulnerable person. They also donated daily necessities and financial support.

Uttaradit Province

The President and Vice President of Uttaradit Red Cross Chapteralong with Chapter Committee, and members handed over 100 blankets to people affected by cold weather in Wang Din Sub district. 

Bueng Kan Province

The President and Vice President of Bueng Kan Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members distributed relief kits to those whose houses were damaged by fire at Na Sabaeng Sub district, Sriwirai District.

Nakhon Sawan Province

The President of Nakhon Sawan Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members visited and donated financial support and daily necessities to a family whose house was damaged by fire at Bang Ta Ngai Sub district, Banpodpisai district.

Phayao Province

The President of Phayao Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee, members, Phu Kam Yao District Chief and his wife visited two disabled people in Dong Gen Sub district, Phu Kam Yao District. They also donated financial support and necessary items.

Nakhon Pathom Province

Nakhon Pathom Red Cross Chapter in collaboration with Nakhon Pathom Hospital launched a mobile unit to collect blood atSanam Chandra Palace Campus, Silapakorn University. Blood amounting to 43,750 CC was collected from 125 donors.

Phitsanulok Province

Phitsanulok Red Cross Chapter visited Mr. Samian Saiphan, whose house was damaged by fire at Mueang Phitsanulok District. They also donated financial support, relief kit and blankets.

Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s Activities

        On February 25, 2016 Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, Executive Vice President, TRCS,  proceeded to the Regent Cha Am BeachResort, Phetchaburi Province, to award First Class Medals of Appreciation, Certificates of Honor and Pins of Appreciation to 433 blood donors from the 4th Region Red Cross Chapters who have donated blood 36 times and 108 times respectively during the year 2014-2015. 

        On March 3, 2016 H.R.H. Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn  proceeded to the 18th floor of Phor Por Ror Building, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, TRCS, to award Red Cross Talabhat Fan, First Class Medals, Certificates of Honor, Pins of Appreciation and Honorary Membership to persons who have dedicated themselves to voluntary work and given support to Red Cross activities.

        Then, the Executive Vice President  proceeded to Terd Prakiat Building, to chair the 320th Thai Red Cross Council Meeting. During the meeting, various issues were discussed, including the report on the preparations for the opening of Bhumisirimangalanusorn Building, the ongoing construction of plasma fractionation plant project, and other Red Cross relief activities.

        On March 5, 2016 H.R.H. Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn proceeded to Royal Paragon Hall, to  preside over the opening of the 49th Diplomatic Red Cross Bazaar organized by the Diplomatic Participants Committee in collaboration with the Thai Red Cross Society. 

        The bazaar was held this year to celebrate the auspicious occasion of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit’s 84th birthday anniversary and 60th anniversary of Her being President of the Thai Red Cross Society. Products from over 50 countries were on sale at reasonable prices.The bazaar was held from March 5 – 6, 2016 at Royal Paragon Hall, Siam Paragon. All receipts from the event were donated to the Thai Red Cross Society for supporting Red Cross activities.

H.R.H. Princess Soamsawali Presided Over the Opening Ceremony of Sport Building at Chalermprakiet 48 Pansa School, Lamphun Province

        On March 3, 2016 Her Royal Highness Princess Soamsawali presided over the opening ceremony of a sports building at Chalermprakiet 48 Pansa School, an educational institute for orphans of HIV infected parents and vulnerable children.

        Then, H.R.H. Princess Soamsawali proceeded to Sin Siri Building, to see handicraftproducts and fabric hand weaving made by students. The Princess also proceeded to visit an organic agriculture project supported by Friend in Need (of “Pa”) Volunteers Foundation and demonstrated cooking techniques to the students.

Secretary General of TRCS Presided Over the Opening Ceremony of the Princess Sirindhorn Mobile Eye Surgery Clinic at Ang Thong Province

         On March 7, 2016 Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn designated Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society, to be Her representative to preside over the opening ceremony of the Princess Sirindhorn Mobile Eye Surgery Clinic on a field trip to Khun Inthapramun Temple, Pho Thong District, Ang Thong Province. During the above event, the Secretary General also visited and donated merit making sets to monks who received eye surgery.  

Free Acupuncturee to Celebrate the Auspicious Occasion of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit’s 84th Birthday Anniversary and 60th Anniversary of Being in the Position of President of the Thai Red Cross Society

        On March 8, 2016 at Red Cross Health Station No.4, Muang District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province, Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society presided over the opening ceremony of medical volunteer unitforacupuncture which provided free treatment for 1,500 persons on the auspicious occasion of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit’s 84th birthday anniversary and 60th anniversary of being in the position of President of the Thai Red Cross Society. The unit also provided muscleand mobilitycheck-upand physical therapy.

Staff of theInternational Committee of the Red CrossPaid a Visit to TRCS

        On March 1, 2016, staff of theInternational Committee of the Red Crosspaid a visit to the Thai Red Cross Society. On this occasion, Mr. Sawanit Kongsiri, Assistant Secretary General for
External Relations welcomed the group, who wereon a visit to learn and share experiences about the Thai Red Cross Society activities. Mrs. Wassika  Phueaksomon, Director of International Relations Department, Administration Bureau , also led the group to visit the Thai Red Cross National Blood Center and Queen Saovabha Memorial Institute.

Red Cross News

l  On 21 March 2016, the Center for Medical Excellence, Epilepsy Center, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, Thai Red Cross Society organized a Purple Day 2016 with “A Walk to Better Care” for Epilepsyat Padtayapatana Building and Phor Por Ror Building,Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital. Interested persons may register through the official Facebook Page : CUEpilepsy or Tel. 061-708-8141during official working hours or contact directly The Center for Medical Excellence, Epilepsy Center, on 10th Floor of Bangkok Bank Building, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital.

l  On 26 March 2016, Organ Donation Centre, the Thai Red Cross Society arranged a merit making ceremony dedicated to deceased organ donors at Patthayapat Building, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, the Thai Red Cross Society.

Provincial Red Cross Chapters

Amnat Charoen Province

The President and Vice President of Amnat Charoen Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members donated 195 blankets to blind persons at Association of The Blind, Mueang Amnat Charoen District.

Pattani Province

The President and Vice President of Pattani Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee, members and Nhong Jik District Chief Officer launched a mobile unit to collect blood from donors at Nhong Jik District Hall. Blood amounting to 31,950 CC was collected from 71 donors. During the occasion, there were fourteen persons registered for eyes donation and five persons registered for organs donation.

Narathiwat Province

The President of Narathiwat Red Cross Chapter, Chapter Committee and members visited and distributed Red Cross relief kits to elders at Ban Thon Na Im, Khokkian Sub district Mueang Narathiwat District.

Trang Province

The President of Trang Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members launched a “Mobile Service of Provincial Unit Project” to provide assistance for people at Na Yong Nuean Subdistrict Administration Organization. They also donated 200 eye-glasses and daily necessities to participants

Satun Province

The Vice President of Ang Thong Red Cross Chapter, Chapter Committee and members visited
three patients under the Patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn at Kuan Ka Lhong Sub district, Kuan Ka Lhong District.

Patthalung Province

The Vice President of Patthalung Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members donated a relief kit, consumer goods and financial support to a victim whose house was damaged by fire at Kanun Sub district, Kao Chai Son District.

Rayong Province

The President of Rayong Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members participated in “Mobile Service of Provincial Unit Project” to provide assistance to people. Relief kits also were donated.

Nong Khai Province

The President of Nong Khai Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee, members and Tha Bo Red Cross District Branch visited a woman whose house was damaged by storm at Ban Huai Mang, Kong Nang Sub district. They also donated a relief kit as initial assistance. 

Ratchaburi Province

The President of Ratchaburi Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members handed over relief kits to six  needy persons in Kao Raeng Sub district, Pong Sa Wai Sub District and Koh Plubpao Sub district, Mueang District.

Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province

The President of Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee, members and the President of Maharat Red Cross District Branch visited an elderly patient at Long Chang Sub district, Maharat District. They also donated daily necessities and financial support as initial assistance.  

Nakhon Si Thammarat Province

The President and Vice President of Nakhon Si Thammarat Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members donated  financial support and a relief kit to a disabled  person with cancer at Chai Mon Tri Sub district, Mueang District.

Mukdahan Province

Mukdahan Red Cross Chapter Committee in collaboration with Mukdahan Hospital launched a mobile unit to collect blood from donors at Robinson Mukdahan. Blood amounting to 32,400 C.C. was collected from 108 donors, ten persons registered for eyes donation and seven persons registered for organs donation.

123rdAnniversary of the Thai Red Cross Society

        On April 27, 2016, Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, Executive Vice President of the Thai Red Cross Society, attended the alms giving ceremony celebrating the 123rd anniversary of the Thai Red Cross Society. On this occasion, H.R.H. Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn proceeded to Queen Saovabha Memorial Institute and paid homage to the statue of Queen Saovabha Bhongsri, the first Society's President. Later, H.R.H. presided over the opening ceremony of Mahidol Wongsanusorn Archives Center.

         In the afternoon, H.R.H. proceeded to King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital and awarded Red Cross Medals of Honor and Red Cross Gold Pins to outstanding Thai Red Cross officials.

         To celebrate the anniversary, many Thai Red Cross units provided free services to the public including health checkup at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital and Queen Savang Vadhana Memorial Hospital, HIV testing at the Anonymous Clinic of the Thai Red Cross AIDS Research Centre, free admission to the Thai Red Cross Museum and the Snake Farm. Exhibitions were also held at provincial Red Cross Chapters nationwide.

Secretary General of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red CrescentPaid a Visit to the Thai Red Cross Society

        On March 10, 2016 Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society welcomed Mr. Elhadj As Sy, Secretary General of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent and team to the Thai Red Cross Society He also visited the Thai Red Cross AIDS Research Centre and Thai Red Cross museum. Mr. Elhadj As Sy and his team had participated in the International Conference on the Implementation of Health Aspects in the Sendai Frame Work for Disaster Risk Deduction 2015-2030 during March 10 – 11 in Bangkok. 

Royal Award Ceremony for Winners of Healthy Aging Contest

        On March 23, 2016, Mr. Phan Wannamethee, Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society represented Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, Executive Vice President of the Thai Red Cross Society, to award plaques to 26 participants of the senior healthy aging contest at Phor Por Ror Building, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital. The winners will have an audience with Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn on March 30, 2016 at the 2016 Red Cross Fair.  

Press Conference to Announce theOrganization of the 2016 Red Cross Fair

         On March 22, 2016at the conventionhallof theGovernment Public Relations Department, M.R. Priyangsri Watanakun, Assistant Secretary General for Fund Raising, Director of Fund Raising Bureau and Vice President of the Red Cross Fair 2016 Committee presided over a press conference to announce the 2016 Red Cross Fair which is being held under the motto: “Celebrating the 84th birthday anniversary of the Thai Red Cross’s President”.Mr. Apinan Juntarunfsri, Director General of the Government Public Relations Department, representatives from Tourism Authority of Thailand and Thailand Post Shop were also present at the press conference.

        On March 30, 2016 Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, Executive Vice President of the Thai Red Cross Society presided over the opening ceremony of the Red Cross Fair and watched “Ratchakarun”, a light and sound show held to celebrate HM the Queen’s 84th birthday anniversary. The Red Cross Fair was held at Suan Amporn, Equestrian Plaza, Sanam Sua Pa, Sri-Ayudhaya Road and Rachadumneon-nok Road during March 30 - April 7, 2016.

Charity Afternoon Tea Party 

        On March 24, 2016, at Monthatip 3, Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel, M.R. Priyangsri Watanakun, Assistant Secretary General for Fund Raising and Director of Fund Raising Bureau along with Madame Rattanawadee Hemniti Winther, spouse of the Ambassador of Denmark to Thailand and the President of Diplomatic Participants Committee, Prof. Dr. Charan Mahatumarat, Head of Princess Sirindhorn Craniofacial Centre, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital of the Thai Red Cross Society and Mr. Patrick Both, General Manager of Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel presided over a press conference to announce the charity afternoon tea party “Elegance of Giving” organized by the Thai Red Cross Society in cooperation with spouses of foreign ambassadors to Thailand. All the proceeds from this event are to be donated to the Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Craniofacial Center to support medical operations for needy patients. 

The 5th Red Cross inter mural games

        On March 18, 2016 Prof. Sakchai Limthongkul, M.D., Assistant Secretary General of the Thai Red Cross Society presided over the opening ceremony of the 5th Red Cross inter mural games held at Chulalongkorn University Sports Center. The Management Committee of the Thai Red Cross Society also participated in the opening ceremony.

Chula World Kidney Day 2016

        On March 11, 2016 King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, the Thai Red Cross Society, in collaboration with Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University held  “Chula World Kidney Day 2016” at the 1st floor of Chamchuri Square Building, Pathum Wan, Bangkok. Several activities including; free diagnostic testsforkidney disease, healthy cooking demonstration, art competition for pre-high school students concerning kidney disease and many others were held.

        Prof. Dr.Suttipong Wacharasindhu, Director of King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital presided over the opening ceremony and awarded prizes to the winners of the art competition.

Red Cross News
 

        The Thai Red Cross First Aid and Health CareTrainingCenter invites interested persons to apply for the training course “Caring for Patients with Cerebrovascular Disease”. The applications are now open until August 5, 2016. For more information, please contact 0-2256-4092-9 ext. 414.

Provincial Red Cross Chapters 

Pichit Province

        Vice President of Pichit Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee, members, and Taphan Hin Red Cross District Branch visited and donated a relief kit and financial support to a woman whose house was damaged by fire in the area of Khlong Khun Sub district. 

Phangnga Province

        Phangnga Red Cross Chapter launched a mobile unit to collect blood from donors at Centara Seaview Resort Khao Lak. Blood amounting to 18,900 CC was collected from 42 donors.

Suphanburi Province

        The President of Suphanburi Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members visited people whose houses were damaged by a storm at Don Chedi District. They also donated financial support and consumer goods to the victims.

Sukhothai Province

        The President of Sukhothai Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members visited needy, elderly and disabled persons. They also donated relief kits, blankets and financial support as initial assistance. 

Sing Buri Province

        The President of Sing Buri Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee, members and government agencies in the area of Khai Bang Rachan Districtvisited a woman who has systemic lupus erythematosus symptom at Pho Thale Sub district, Khai Bang Rachan District. Financial support and a relief kit were donated.

Surat Thani Province 

         Vice President of Surat Thani Red Cross Chapter visited and donated relief kits together with eye-glasses to elders. 

Samut Prakan Province

        Governor of Sumut Prakan along with the President of Samut Prakan Red Cross Chapter, Chapter Committee and members organized health care training for elders at the office of Praksa Municipality, Mueang District.

Kalasin Province 

        The President of Kalasin Red Cross Chapter donated financial support and daily necessities to Mrs. Sakhon Srisan, whose house was damaged by fire in Kuchinarai District. 

Loei Province

        The President of Loei Red Cross Chapter together with Chapter Committee and members donated relief kits to vulnerable people at Ban Loei Wangsai School, ​​Phu Luang District. 

Nakhon Ratchasima Province

        The President of Nakhon Ratchasima Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members donated 200 blankets to needy persons at Chokchai District Hall. 

Roi Et Province

        Vice-President of Roi Et Red Cross Chapter together with Chapter Committee and members donated blankets and sweaters to needy persons at Chiang Khwan District Hall and Ban Dong DaengChild Development Center. 

Kamphaeng Phet Province

        The Secretary of Kamphaeng Phet Red Cross Chapter along with Chapter Committee and members visited a family whose house was damaged by fire in Mueang District. Relief kits and financial support were donated as initial assistance. 

Mahidol Wongsanusorn Archives Center, the Thai Red Cross Society

        “House of Mahidol and I are pleased to be a part of giving support to the Thai Red Cross Society’s missions” – This is a statement made by His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej at the opening ceremony of Mahidol  Wongsanuson Building on April 4, 1953.

        In 1951, His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej donated THB 500,000 to the Science Division of the Thai Red Cross Society for constructing a BCG vaccine production building, and named it “Mahidol Wongsanusorn Building”. 

        On April 26, 2012 Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, Executive Vice President of the Thai Red Cross Society, attended the alms giving ceremony celebrating the 119th anniversary of the Thai Red Cross Society and inspected the Mahidol Wongsanuson Building.
        HRH  Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn suggested that Mahidol Wongsanusorn Building should be renovated to become the Thai Red Cross Society’s archives center as the BCG production centre had been moved elsewhere some time ago.

        During 2014-2016 the building was renovated by the Thai Red Cross Society. The Faculty of Architecture, Chulalongkorn University was responsible for the design. The center is separated into two parts; at ground floor, there is an archives room, a preservation room and a multi-purpose room, at second floor, there is another archives room, a meeting room and offices.

        On April 27, 2016, the day of 123rdAnniversary of the Thai Red Cross Society, H.R.H. Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn presided over the opening ceremony of Mahidol Wongsanusorn Archives Center and also visited the exhibition of the history of Mahidol Wongsanuson Building.

Celebrating the  84th Birthday Anniversary of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit

        The year 2016 is a significant year for Thailand, as it marks the auspicious occasion of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit’s 84th birthday anniversary and 60th anniversary of Her Majesty being in the position of President of the Thai Red Cross Society. For many years, His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej and Her Majesty Queen Sirikit have graciously supported the Thai people throughoutthecountry.  As Patron of the Thai Red Cross Society, the Thai Red Cross mission is a part of His royal duties that helps provide health care and assistance to the needed. After Queen Savang Vadhana passed away in 1955, on August 12, 1956 HM King Bhumibol Adulyadej appointed HM Queen Sirikit  president of the Thai Red Cross Society.

        In the 60 years of Her Majesty’spresidency at the Thai Red Cross Society, She has carried out the Thai Red Cross Society’s mission both at the local and international levals. HM Queen Sirikit also chaired the Thai Red Cross Council meetings and provided her royal guidance to the work of the Thai Red Cross Society including Red Cross Chapter activities, assistance for marginalized people, health promotion, development of medical staff, etc. All activities complied with the 7 Fundamental Principles of the Red Cross and Red Crescent movement; Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, Independence, Voluntary Service, Unity and Universality.

        Her Majesty Queen Sirikit’s activities are clearly related to the Thai Red Cross Society’s humanitarian mission especially in promoting quality of lifeof the vulnerable in rural and remote areas. HM Queen Sirikit is concerned about public health and sanitation because people in good health can be active and live well. HMQueen Sirikit visited many countries and would also visit National Red Cross Societies of those countries bringing back new ideas for improving the Thai Red Cross Society.  

123 Years of the Thai Red Cross Society

        The Thai Red Cross Society is a national humanitarian organization. The Society is under the patronage of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, with Her Majesty Queen Sirikit as the President and Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn as Executive Vice President. The Thai Red Cross Society’s missions are performed within the spirit of the 7 Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement .The activities of the Thai Red Cross Society are focused in four core areas; medical and health care services, disaster preparedness and response, blood transfusion services and quality of life promotion especially of the vulnerable. Activities are under the responsibility of 14 bureaux, 6 specialized centers and 5 special affairs offices, seeking to alleviate human suffering and improve life of people.  

• Medical and Health Care Services 

        King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital is one of the biggest and most modern in Thailand. The hospital carries out its services under the Thai Red Cross Society’s missions of providing and promoting standard qualitymedical and health care services to people.

        Queen Savang Vadhana Memorial Hospital was established by Her Majesty QueenSriSavarindira (Queen Savang Vadhana). For many years, Queen Savang Vadhana Memorial Hospital has been a major health care center which provides effective medical and health care services to people in eastern part of Thailand. 

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• Disaster Preparedness and Response 
•          Relief and Community Health Bureau of the Thai Red Cross Society is the main department that takes responsibility for providing assistance and relief to disaster victims and also offering community health services to the public. In the area of disaster management, the Relief and Community Health Bureau holds training programmes and cooperates with partner organizations.

        The Bureau has recently signed a Memorandum of Agreement for Disaster Database and Geographic Information System Integration with ten organizations to develop disaster assistance database and geographic information system. This agreement will help strength effective management system and expand works for disaster prevention and relief.

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• Blood Transfusion Services 
•         National Blood Center, the Thai Red Cross Society has the mission to supply adequate and safe blood supply to all needed patients. The Center has established nine regional blood centers in conjunction with Provincial Red Cross Chapters. Today the National Blood Center has developed services and special blood products such as plasma, albumin, IVIG and Factor 8 to supply to patients. Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, Executive Vice President of the Thai Red Cross Society awards the Thai Red Cross Medal 1st Class to blood donors who donate blood 100 times and commemorative pins for 36 and 108 times, as well as Commendation Certificates to organizations supporting blood drives.

        Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, Executive Vice President of the Thai Red Cross Society recently laid a foundation stone for the construction of a new Regional Blood Centre V (Nakornrachasima). This Regional Blood Centre V has played an important role in developing blood transfusion services and supply in the lower north.

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• Quality of Life Promotion and Social Welfare 
•          The Red Cross Youth Bureau has the mission to be an all-in-one voluntary service center for Red Cross Youth including training of Red Cross Youth trainers, advisors and Red Cross Youth volunteers to develop comprehension and basic knowledge about the activities of the Thai Red Cross Society. They will learn how to do basic first aid and take care of elderly people. There are more than 20,000 trainers and youth volunteers who are carrying out the mission of the Thai Red Cross Society and promoting quality of life. Last year, the Red Cross Youth Bureau gave CPR and choking training to 5,000 youths in 50 districts of Bangkok.

        The Red Cross Volunteers Bureau helps recruit and train Thai Red Cross Volunteers. The certified volunteers are skillful in assisting people promptly and efficiently in times of peace as well as in times of emergencies including quality of life promotion to vulnerable people. On Red Cross Volunteer Foundation Day, Her Royal Highness Princess Soamsawali, President of Friends in Need (of “Pa”) Volunteers Foundation, the Thai Red Cross Society, awards commemorative pins to supporters and visits patients under Volunteer Health Rehabilitation projects care. HRH provides guidance on how to take care of patients including disaster victims.

        There are many other units which help contribute to the operations of the Thai Red Cross Society. Thai Red Cross activities have been supported by donors and organizations. The Society also serves as a coordination center to raise donations to support other countries in times of disaster such as Nepal earthquake, Myanmar floods and the Lao People's Democratic Republic (LPDR) drought and floods.