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A pint of blood collected for life saving health intervention

Blood donation-a selfless life-saving act.

Abuja, 14 June, 2023 - Donating blood as a voluntary non-remunerated…
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Nana Serwaa Brakatuo speaking at a blood donor recognition event

Low donor numbers hamper Africa’s national blood services

Accra – A terrible car accident in late 2022 in Ghana’s southern…
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A volunteer donating blood during the World Blood Donor Day event at the Bwiam General Hospital

WHO and Partners Commemorate World Blood Donor Day Celebrated at Bwiam General Hospital

Bwiam, The Gambia - In a poignant ceremony held at Bwiam General…
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Blood donors

The blood lines: How blood donors are saving lives in Ghana

Accra, Ghana - A ruptured liver and pulmonary embolism was the faith…
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Overcoming blood shortages

Overcoming blood shortages

“Blood cannot be manufactured. It is only through donations that it…
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In Namibia, blood donations rise thanks to free transport to donor clinics

In Namibia, blood donations rise thanks to free transport to donor clinics

Windhoek – A blood donor since 2018, Alfred Ndapanda had always…
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Senegal takes to social media to boost blood donations

Senegal takes to social media to boost blood donations

Dakar – Like many countries, Senegal has seen a spike in social media…
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From L-R , Mr Tayo Hamzat, The minister Dr Mamora, and DG NBSC Dr Omale

Federal government reaffirms commitment  towards provision of safe blood

Abuja, 15 June, 2021 - Nigeria’s Minster of State for Health, Dr…
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WHO Representative Dr. Desta Tiruneh reading out a statement on the occasion of World Blood Donor Day 2022

World Blood Donor Day Commemoration in The Gambia Emphasizes Urgent Need for Voluntary Blood Donations

Banjul, The Gambia - June 14th marks the global observance of…
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A long-standing commitment to saving lives

A long-standing commitment to saving lives

Kigali - Every year, World Blood Donor Day is celebrated on June 14.…
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