SANBS honors milestone blood donors at Donor for Life Awards in Secunda
The spotlight was on milestone donor Pierre Perelaer from Secunda, who has donated over 250 units.
The South African National Blood Service (SANBS) Teksa branch commemorated its milestone blood donors at the Donor for Life Awards held at Graceland Hotel, Casino and Country Club on March 29.
Donors received medals for donating 25, 50, 75, 100, 125, 150, 175, 200, 225, and 250 units of blood.
“Many of our donors here today have allowed someone to graduate, walk down the aisle, and even witness the birth of a child, and with that, we give you a round of applause,” said Ronald Marsh, the Mpumalanga zone donor manager).
He said that since blood transfusions became possible over 80 years ago, they have made incredible strides in the transfusion sector.
He said they launched more self-sufficient mobile donor clinics to reach areas despite challenges faced in the past.
The spotlight was on milestone donor Pierre Perelaer from Secunda, who has donated over 250 units.
He began donating at 18.
“This is a commendable achievement. We thank you for saving around 750 lives,” said Marsh.
Marsh said being trusted to save lives is a badge of honour worn proudly locally.
“The SANBS continues to supply safe blood products to over one million patients annually. Your blood donation continues to save lives, even outside the borders of SA,” said Marsh.
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