Namibia faces critical blood shortage, urgent need for donations

The Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia is facing a critical shortage with reserves lasting only four days. Titus Shivute from NamBTS says there is an urgent need for over 170 daily blood donations to meet hospital demands.

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Written by: Tonata Kadhila

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