Blood Donor Month highlights need for donations

Youth can make their mark in the month of June, which commemorates Blood Donor Month and Youth Month, by pledging to become regular blood donors and help save lives through blood donations.

The South African National Blood Service (SANBS) calls on young people and the community at large to support National Blood Donor Month which honours donors who heed the humanitarian call to donate blood while inspiring others to do the same.

In honour of Youth Month, the community is reminded of young people’s long history of activism, proactiveness and banding together for a shared cause.

The international #GiveBloodAndKeepBeating movement taps into the youth’s idealism and passion for bringing vital causes to life, such as those in need of blood.

In addition, the movement strives to create change, improve health and raise global awareness about the significance of blood donation on a regular basis.

‘Attempts to save lives have been at the forefront of all blood donors’ minds, and we want to thank them for their involvement and support.

‘The growing realisation across the globe that giving blood is a life saving act of solidarity, and that services that provide safe blood and blood products are a crucial part of any healthcare system is among the core reasons we encourage you to continue donating and raising awareness on the importance of doing so,’ said SANBS CEO Ravi Reddy.

Donors can visit the Richards Bay centre from 8am to 5pm Mondays to Fridays, and from 8am to 2pm on Saturdays. It is closed on Sundays and public holidays.

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