insert_link Health / Medical INTERVIEW: Blood Transfusion Service Extends Gratitude on World Blood Donor Day As the world gears up to commemorate the 20th World Blood Donor Day, the Namibia Blood Transfusion Service (NAMBTS) extends its heartfelt gratitude to the generous souls who have selflessly donated blood over the span of six decades. Under the theme "Thank You Donors," this year's celebration, organized by the World Health Organization, acknowledges the invaluable contribution of blood donors globally, highlighting their role in saving countless lives and […] todayJune 14, 2024 9
insert_link Namibia Namibia Blood Transfusion Service and Oncology Center Provide An Update On Services And Client Visits In the realm of healthcare accessibility and service delivery, initiatives like the Namibia Blood Transfusion Service and the Namibian Oncology Center play pivotal roles in providing essential care to communities. The organization's Salmi Shigwedha highlights one of the challenges during the conversation with Future Media News. todayMay 29, 2024 19
insert_link Namibia Enhancing Healthcare: New Blood Donation Center Opens in Namibia In a notable development aimed at improving healthcare services in Namibia, the Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia and the Namibia Oncology Centre are pleased to announce the opening of a new blood donation center at the Namibia Oncology Centre premises, situated at in Eros. The inauguration of the donor center is scheduled for Wednesday, April 3. Here's NamBTS' Zita Tobin. todayMarch 28, 2024 31
insert_link Namibia Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia Issues Urgent Call for Life-Saving Unity in Blood Donation Drive In a compelling call to action, the Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia is rallying eligible and healthy donors to unite in a life-saving cause. Under the theme "The power of unity",, it will take center stage as individuals come together to donate blood, ensuring that countless lives are saved. Beyond its crucial role in emergencies like motor vehicle accidents, blood products are indispensable in various medical scenarios. Updating us on […] todayMarch 11, 2024 9
insert_link Namibia Blood Transfusion Services of Namibia reiterates the importance of donations Namibians are once again encouraged to support blood donation efforts nationwide. Titus Shivute from NamBTS shared insights on the current situation as the festive season approaches its end. todayJanuary 8, 2024 12
insert_link Namibia Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia continues to face a critical shortage of blood The Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia continues to face a critical shortage of blood, with their reserves further dwindling. NAMBTS urgently appeals to all eligible donors to come forward and donate blood, especially with the approaching long weekend. The service requires more than 170 blood donations daily to adequately meet the demand for blood in hospitals. Titus Shivute from the Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia stresses the importance of immediate […] todayDecember 22, 2023 9
insert_link Uncategorized Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia continues to face a severe shortage of blood The Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia continues to face a severe shortage of blood, with a significant decline in their reserves. To adequately meet the demand for blood in hospitals, NAMBTS needs more than 170 blood donations of various types daily. Titus Shivute, highlighted this pressing need. todayDecember 15, 2023 5
insert_link Namibia Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia is urging all eligible blood donors in Namibia to commit to donating blood The Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia is urging all eligible blood donors in Namibia to commit to donating blood regularly in a bid to help insure that the lives of thousands of patients leading up to the festive season. Frieda Vatileni- Asino from NamBTS. todayDecember 8, 2023 13
insert_link Health / Medical NAMBTS urges Namibians to donate blood this festive season In a crucial call to action, the Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia (NAMBTS) is urging all eligible blood donors in the country to make a commitment to donating blood regularly, aiming to ensure the well-being of thousands of patients as the festive season approaches. Despite persistent efforts to replenish blood supplies over the past weeks, NAMBTS reports that the blood reserves remain critically low, particularly for O-positive and O-negative […] todayDecember 8, 2023 4
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