The campaign ran from January 15 to March 15, 2026. A total of 30 blood donation events were held across localities, agencies and enterprises, attracting more than 14,200 donors and collecting 18,625 blood units. This figure reached 206% of the target assigned by the National Steering Committee and accounted for 42% of the province’s 2026 annual plan.

Residents participate in voluntary blood donation at the 2026 Spring Blood Donation Festival.

The campaign launch event on January 15 alone drew 1,015 participants, yielding 1,343 blood units and creating strong momentum from the outset.

Several units exceeded their targets, including Viet Yen ward cluster with 1,889 units, Yen Phong commune cluster with 1,264 units, and Samsung Display Vietnam with 1,687 units.

Red Sunday blood donation campaign kicks off in Hanoi

The Red Sunday campaign has mobilised hundreds of thousands of blood units, making a significant contribution to reducing blood shortages during the Lunar New Year (Tet) Festival.

 

Bac Ninh exceeds voluntary blood donation target by 23%

BAC NINH - In 2025, the voluntary blood donation movement in Bac Ninh continued to expand, becoming a regular humanitarian activity supported by government agencies, businesses and local communities. Under the strong direction of the provincial Steering Committee for Voluntary Blood Donation and local authorities, donation events were organised widely and effectively, helping secure blood supplies for emergency care and patient treatment.

'Blood Moon' rises across Asia during total lunar eclipse

Stargazers enjoyed a "Blood Moon" Sunday night during a total lunar eclipse visible across Asia and swathes of Europe and Africa.

Vietnam issues first-ever postage stamps promoting voluntary blood donation

In Vietnam, the voluntary blood donation movement was first launched on January 24, 1994. In 2008, the Prime Minister established the National Steering Committee for Voluntary Blood Donation.

 

Bac Giang launches 13th “Red Journey programme” and honours outstanding blood donors

BAC GIANG- The provincial Steering Committee for Voluntary Blood Donation Campaign on June 9 organised a ceremony to launch the 13th “Red Journey” program and honour outstanding blood donors in Bac Giang province in 2025 at the provincial Convention Center.