Blood Shortage

NamBTS gives blood stock update

The Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia has a critical shortage of blood since last year, with reserves declining. NAMBTS needs over 170 blood donations daily to meet the demand for blood in hospitals. We contacted Titus Shivute from the Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia, for an update.

6 February, 2024 80

Health / Medical

Saving Lives: The Importance and Benefits of Donating Blood

Have you ever wondered what happens to the blood that you donate? Did you know that donating blood can save lives and has numerous benefits for the donors as well? Blood donation is an essential way of life that has proven to make a significant difference in the lives of many people. With the Namibian Blood Transfusion Service still facing a critically low supply of blood, here are some reasons […]

9 January, 2024 52

Local

Namibian Blood Transfusion Service Urges Urgent Blood Donations Ahead of Festive Season

The Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia (NAMBTS) is making an urgent plea to all eligible blood donors in Namibia to commit to regular blood donations, as the nation faces a critical shortage in blood reserves just days before the festive season. In response to this crisis, NAMBTS has organized an emergency blood donation clinic scheduled for this Saturday, December 2, 2023, at the Grove Mall in Windhoek, located in […]

30 November, 2023 36

Health / Medical

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.

29 November, 2023 49