Support the SANBS this spring

Longer and warmer days, a floral fragrance in the air and open windows bringing in the delicious aroma of a braai on the go. For many, these are the impressions of spring ushered in by September.

It is also the month when South Africans come together to acknowledge the unifying heritage and the many joys of living in a diverse country. As you don your traditional garb to mark Heritage Day on September 24, the South African National Blood Service calls on you to celebrate another thing we have in common – our nation’s blood.

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Together, SANBS and its loyal donors aim to collect 3000 units of life-saving blood each day in order to give life to mothers in labour, accident victims, cancer survivors and thousands of others in need blood transfusions.

“It is a remarkable notion that this precious fluid that runs through my veins could be exactly what you might need,” says SANBS communications manager, Vanessa Raju.

Raju explains that even though seasons change during the year, the demand for blood and its various products remains a priority throughout – the blood service must always keep stocks stable.

“Whether you prefer cool drink to a cold beer, roasted butternut to a well grilled boerewors, this heritage month help us sustain our treasured resource, our nation’s blood supply,” said Raju.

SANBS encourages South Africans to celebrate their heritage and join its family of donors dedicated to giving others the gift of life. For more information on how to become a donor visit their website at: https://www.sanbs.org.za/ or visit the SANB Kempton Park Donor Clinic at 20 Central Avenue.