{"id":53906,"date":"2023-02-06T18:43:24","date_gmt":"2023-02-06T16:43:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/weslander\/donate-blood-today-20230206-4\/"},"modified":"2025-03-21T14:35:13","modified_gmt":"2025-03-21T12:35:13","slug":"donate-blood-today-20230206-4","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/weslander\/donate-blood-today-20230206-4\/","title":{"rendered":"Donate blood today"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"p\">\n<p>One donation of blood can help save up to three people\u2019s lives.<\/p>\n<div class=\"p\">The national blood stock are currently significantly low and the South African National Blood Service (SANBS) urged eligible donors to donate now.<p><\/p>\n<div class=\"p\">\n<p>\u201cWe are experiencing a high demand for blood from hospitals across the country,\u201d says Thandi Mosupye, SANBS Senior Manager: Marketing, Communication and Brand.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe nation\u2019s blood stocks are strained, necessitating our appeal for increased donations in aid of those who may need transfusions during this period.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>According to SANBS blood stocks have been low for some tome with stock lingering below a three day supply. Active donors, lapsed donors and potential donors are all asked to help restock the supply as soon as possible. Donors must between 16 and 75 years old and weight more than 50\u2009kg.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe commend the donors who remain steadfast in their commitment to saving lives,\u201d Mosupye says.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cRight now, we need all the help we can get \u2013 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 ask South Africans to become regular donors. By donating blood we can easily maintain safe stock levels throughout the year.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Residents in Lamberts Bay can donate blood on Tuesday 7 February at the DR church hall, Riedeman Street, Lamberts Bay from 12:00 to 14:00. Residents in Melkbosstrand can visit the NSRI Melkbos Hall, 18 Beach Road on Tuesday 7 February from 13:30 to 19:15 to donate blood. 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