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Blood Supply

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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.

todayFebruary 6, 2024 31

Namibia

Namibia’s blood stocks still dangerously low

The Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia is still currently experiencing a shortage of blood says Supervisor of Marketing and Donor Relations, Titus Shivute, explaining that the country currently only has five days of blood supply banked. According to Shivute, the Service needs “over 170 blood donations daily in order to meet the demand for blood in hospitals”, with 9-12 days of supply banked being ideal.

todayDecember 4, 2023 3

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