Remember SANBS during festive period
SANBS says it is only possible to meet the demand with the help of regular and committed blood donors.
JOHANNESBURG SOUTH – We are fast approaching the festive season, a time when relaxation, gifts and family are on the minds of many.
However, it is also a time when for many, the demands of our day to day life still continue, like in the case of doctors who work hard at saving lives and in most cases can only do so with the help of blood and blood products.
“Traditionally December is a difficult time for the South African National Blood Service (SANBS), as we are unable to collect the 3 000 units of blood a day that is needed to treat patients, like those who are terminally ill, let alone any trauma incidents. If the previous year’s blood stock levels, over the same period, are anything to go by, we know that we have some tough times ahead,” said SANBS Communications manager Vanessa Raju.
We want to encourage the public to find 30 minutes during this holiday period to donate blood, because while you are relaxing and enjoying the break your blood will be out there saving up to three lives.
It is only possible to meet the demand with the help of regular and committed blood donors.
To find out where to donate, SMS your name and postal code to 31454. Standard rates apply.
To find out more about the SANBS visit: www.sanbs.org.za or call 0800 11 9031.
For more information contact the South African National Blood Service Communications Manager Ms Vanessa Raju at Vanessa.raju@sanbs.org.za or on 011 761 9000.
