ArticleActa medica Philippina2023
Factors Affecting Voluntary Blood Donations among Adults in Metro Manila, Philippines, as a Basis for Policy Improvement on Donor Recruitment.
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- Predicting Blood Donor Retention Using the Random Forest Classification Algorithm: A Machine Learning Approach.Acta medica Philippina · 2026Article
- Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude, Practice, and Associated Factors of Voluntary Blood Donation in Selected Towns of Awi Zone, Injibara, Ethiopia.BioMed research international · 2024Article
- Voluntary Blood Donation among the Youth: Time to Consider Service-improving Strategies?Acta medica Philippina · 2023Article
- Transfusion-Transmissible Infections Among Blood Donors in a Regional Hospital in Ghana: A 6-Year Trend Analysis (2017-2022).Journal of the International Association of Providers of AIDS CareArticle
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Abstract
Background: Blood donation practice in the Philippines is low despite numerous efforts to recruit potential donors and increase blood supply. Objectives: This study aimed to explore the sociodemographic profile of potential donors and their perceived level of knowledge, motivators, and hindrances on blood donation practice to recommend improvements in policies and strategies regarding blood donation recruitment. Methods: A descriptive study design was utilized to attain the objectives of the study. A piloted questionnaire was floated through various social media platforms to gather data. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and Pearson's product-moment correlation. Results: We included 260 Metro Manila residents, 18 to 65 years old and without conditions that merited permanent deferral in blood donation. Overall, the respondents had an adequate perceived level of knowledge ( Conclusion: Poor blood donation practices in the Philippines suggest recalibration of policies and strategies by targeting young individuals and showcasing altruism to improve donor recruitment. Moreover, it is recommended to strategically establish blood service facilities in accessible areas with flexible operating hours to accommodate potential donors with hectic schedules.
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