Banks DIH in collaboration with NBTS and NSC in blood drive
– Give Blood, Save Lives
The National Sports Commission (NSC) and Banks DIH Limited are collaborating with the National Blood Transfusion Service (NBTS) as that entity hosts a blood drive at the Cliff Anderson Sports Hall (CASH) on Saturday, September 15.
It is understood that in support of this event, the NSC has gone to great lengths to solicit help from various parts of the country, and faithful donors have been alerted, while Banks DIH will be playing the role of rejuvenating blood donors.
Dr Pedro Lewis of the NBTS has stated that the Blood Bank always tries to increase the donations of blood received by the NBTS that’s why importantly the process is a continuous one.
He added that every day some hospital would call the blood bank requesting blood
(L-R): Dr Pedro Lewis of the NBTS, Radha Ramdhani, Director of Sport Christopher Jones, and Banks’ Malts Manager Clayton McKenzie
to save lives; and although receiving a donation of blood may sound easy, it’s not that easy to get someone to come and sit in a chair and donate blood. That is why the NBTS has to think outside of the box in getting donations of blood, thus the collaboration.
Clayton McKenzie, the Malts Manager of Banks DIH, was present at the ceremony. He declared that Banks DIH is delighted to be a part of this NBTS initiative because it will aid in saving lives at hospitals.
As per requirements, the NBTS is asking donors to eat as per normal and drink fluids before donating blood. It is also essential to consume fluids after donating blood.
The blood drive is open to the general public. Donors will be able to participate in sporting activities such as darts, basketball and draughts while they await their turn to donate blood and save lives. Prizes will also be at stake.
It should also be noted that alcohol should not be consumed 24 hours before donation. All between the ages of 16 and 65 are welcome to donate blood, but minors will have to be accompanied by a parent.
