Saving lives runs in their veins

All donors filled in a health-related questionnaire, which is part of the Covid-19 screening process

July 11, 2020

Ronelle Mungaroo 1 minute read

First time blood donor Yuthisha Ragunath fills in the health-related questionnaire before donating a pint.

Donning their face masks and ready to save a life, locals made their way to the Forderville Library Activities Room last Sunday too donate a pint of lifesaving blood.

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The South African National Blood Service (SANBS) was on standby to receive potential donors.

Hassim Karrim donated his 148th pint of blood.

Donors’ hands were sanitized and their temperatures recorded before the donation process began.

In addition, all donors filled in a health-related questionnaire, which is part of the Covid-19 screening process.
A slow stream of donors filtered in during the day.

Mervin Ramnarain is pictured donating his 42nd pint of blood.

This blood donor clinic was hosted by the Estcourt Sai Centre.

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July 11, 2020

Ronelle Mungaroo 1 minute read

Sihle Ntenjwa

A journalist at Caxton Local Media, contributing to Estcourt and Midlands News. Passionate and dedicated to his craft, Sihle has quickly made a name for himself since arriving in Estcourt in late 2023. His commitment to storytelling and community journalism has earned him recognition for keeping readers informed with compelling and accurate local news