Blood bank calls for donations amid dwindling levels

Facing critically low blood stocks, the SA National Blood Service (SANBS) urges more donors to give of this life-giving resource.

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According to the SANBS, blood stocks are at 1.8 days’ supply, whereas a five-day supply is considered adequate.

The decline in donations is attributed to the holiday closure of work places, schools and tertiary institutions.

The blood bank says O+ donors are required, as this blood type is the universal donor.

Zululanders can visit their nearest blood bank at Boardwalk Inkwazi Shopping Centre, on the lower level.

For more information on donating blood or organising a blood drive, visit www.sanbs.org.za

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