The SANBS urges you to save a life this festive season
A blood recipient, Sunita Morar, who received blood in August 2019 due to a hemorrhage during labour, thanked a blood donor. She was able to survive and be a mother to her newborn baby.
THOUSANDS of patients who experience trauma-related incidents have a second chance at life because of generous donations made by South Africans during the festive season.
A blood recipient, Sunita Morar, who received blood in August 2019 due to a hemorrhage during labour, thanked a blood donor. She was able to survive and be a mother to her newborn baby.
SANBS chief marketing officer, Silungile Mlambo, said: “Traditionally, the December period is a difficult time for the South African National Blood Service (SANBS), as we are often unable to collect the 5 000 units of blood a day that is needed to treat patients.
“We encourage all South Africans to donate a unit of blood in aid of those who may need blood or blood products during this busy period.”
Mlambo said the best gift you can give anyone is the gift of life.
“We know that South Africans have huge hearts and we call on them to fully embrace the spirit of Ubuntu by giving their blood donation this festive season,” said Mlambo.
SANBS has planned various blood drives over the festive season, leading up to January 2020 with extended hours and additional weekend blood drives to ensure a stable supply of blood during this period.
However, it is only possible to meet the demand with the help of regular and committed blood donors. Blood donations go beyond just the person who receives blood – its’ not just blood, its saving a nation.
Visit www.sanbs.org.za or contact 0800 11 9031 to find out where you can donate blood this festive season. Follow us on Twitter (@theSANBS), Facebook (@SANBS) and Instagram (@thesanbs).
