Birthday blood drive at Crossing Centre Nelspruit reaches target

Fifty units was the goal, and with the support of the community, this was achieved.

On September 7, a blood drive was hosted at the Crossing Centre, primarily to save lives, but also as a way for Anita McGarry of the centre’s management team to give back to the community and celebrate her 50th birthday at the same time.

By midday, the SANBS team had almost reached the goal set for the day, and by the end they surpassed it by three units. Relebohile Matsimbi, the donor relations practitioner for the SANBS, confirmed they had managed to get 53 units.

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If you missed this chance to save a life, the SANBS has donor centres at both i’langa Mall and The Grove Shopping Centre, where you can pop in and donate blood.

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This process should not take more than 30 minutes out of your day.

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