As of today, the South African National Blood Service (SANBS) only has enough blood.
With the festive season comes a lot more accidents, with victims who might need a blood transfusion to stay alive.
Despite the demand for blood increasing, the SANBS usually sees a drop in donations due to businesses and schools being closed.
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Terrance Pillay, spokesperson for the SANBS, says they are encouraging donors to please continue to donate at one of the nearest donor centres during this period.
The SANBS needs blood type O the most.
“This is a universal blood group that can be transfused to other groups in times of emergency.
“Also almost 39 per cent of the South African population has this blood type,” says Pillay.
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To donate, you can find a donor centre at the Springs Mall.
They will be open from 10am to 6pm on Mondays to Fridays, Saturday from 9am to 3pm and they will be closed on Sundays.
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