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    Critical blood shortage

    Busisiwe HohoBy Busisiwe HohoApril 8, 2010No Comments2 Mins Read
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    The South African National Blood Service (SANBS) is experiencing a critical blood shortage after the Easter
    weekend.

    This shortage is even more imminent among the O-blood group and the SANBS has less than two
    days worth of stock currently available.

    The South African National Blood Service (SANBS) is experiencing a critical blood shortage after the Easter
    weekend.

    This shortage is even more imminent among the O-blood group and the SANBS has less than two
    days worth of stock currently available.

    School holidays are difficult time periods for blood collection, as many blood donors are away from home. A fair amount of blood is also collected at school sites, which are inaccessible during holiday times.

    The Eastern Cape SANBS zone would like to appeal to all blood donors
    who are in good health to come forward and give the gift of life. In order to become a blood donor you must: •be between the ages of 16 and 65;
    •weigh more than 50kg;
    •have a good meal prior to your donation;
    •be healthy; and
    •lead a safe sexual lifestyle.

    For information on your nearest blood donor centre or blood drive in your area, visit www.sanbs.org.za or call the toll free number on 0800 11 90 31.

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