The management team at the local branch of the South African National Blood Service urged residents to donate blood.
According to Thandi Mosupye, SANBS’s senior manager for marketing, communication and brand, they are experiencing a very high demand for blood from hospitals throughout South Africa.
“The nation’s blood stocks are strained, necessitating our appeal for increased donations in aid of those who may need transfusions during this time,” said Mosupye.
Blood stocks have lingered below three days over a prolonged period. To avoid reaching critically low levels, the SANBS needs the community, – active donors, lapsed donors and potential donors – to donate blood and increase the stock level.
“We commend the donors who remain steadfast in their commitment to saving lives,” said Mosupye.
“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 encourage the community to become regular donors. By donating blood we can easily maintain safe stock levels throughout the year.”
The blood service in Secunda held a blood drive at Hoërskool Secunda on February 10 for the first time in three years and they allowed learners to donate blood.
If you want to donate blood, visit the Teksa branch in Secunda on Horwood Street or contact them on 017 631 1652 or the Bethal branch near the Spar or contact them on 017 647 5598.
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