NATIONAL blood stocks are significantly low, and the South African National Blood Service (SANBS) is urgently calling on South Africans to give blood to help meet the heightened demand.

Due to low blood stocks the clinic at Kensington Square in Durban North will be opened on the third Sunday of the month to assist with collections and getting blood stock levels up.

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Blood donors, existing and new, are encouraged to visit the centre on April 13, May 18, June 15 and July 20 to donate blood from 08:00 to 13:00.

SANBS needs South Africans – active donors, lapsed donors and potential donors – to bolster the national blood stocks. SANBS runs blood drives across the country throughout the week.

“We commend the donors who remain steadfast in their commitment to saving lives. Right now, we need all the help we can get – from current and potential donors. Blood group O and B individuals can make the biggest, immediate difference to the situation we face right now. Moreover, we ask South Africans to become regular donors. By donating blood only four times a year, we can easily maintain safe stock levels throughout the year,” said donor recruitment officer Dennis Ngongoma.

Everyone who is ready and willing to roll up their sleeves can find out more about where they can donate blood by visiting www.sanbs.org.za, by calling 0800 11 90 31, or by visiting @theSANBS on all major social media platforms.

For more information contact the clinic on 031 5646070.

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