PumpUp the pulse this summer

As South Africans gear up for the festive season filled with excitement, fun, and family gatherings, the South African National Blood Service (SANBS) is launching its annual summer campaign. Recognising the increased demand for blood products during this bustling time, SANBS is unwavering in its commitment to a safe and sufficient blood supply across the nation’s healthcare system.

The SANBS Summer campaign kicking off on the 14 December till the 4 January 2025, has a mission to exceed South Africa’s current blood donor base of 1%. By cultivating awareness, boosting blood collections, retaining regular donors, and engaging the youth, SANBS aims to safeguard the blood reserves crucial for emergencies and routine procedures.

The campaign will focus on raising awareness about the importance of regular blood donations, encouraging first-time donors to make donating a lifelong practice, and educating the public on the reciprocal benefits of giving blood.

First-time donors are the lifeblood of the SANBS summer campaign, representing a vital component in expanding South Africa’s blood donor pool beyond the existing 1%, and although they are not the only focus, they are crucial to the campaign’s success, as attracting new donors lays the foundation for a sustainable and reliable blood supply.

Donors are further called support the SANBS “Pump up the Pulse” – campaign starting 14 December till 4 January 2025 at the following centre

BENONI

Lakeside Mall – Vacant shop, Entrance 5 Opp. Dischem
Time: Weekdays from 10:00 -18:00
Sat/Sun from 9:00 – 15:00

Daveyton Mall – Parking Area
Time: Weekdays from 9:00 – 16:00
Sat/Sun from 9:00 – 15:00

Benoni Donor Centre – 42 14^th Ave, Northmead
Time: Weekdays from 10:00 – 18:00
Sat/Sun from 8:30 – 14:00

BRAKPAN

Tsakane Mall – Parking Area
Time: Weekdays from 9:00 – 16:00
Sat/Sun from 9:00 – 15:00

Carnival Mall Donor Centre – Mall @Carnival, near Game
Time: Weekdays from 10:00 – 18:00
Sat/Sun from 09:00 – 15:00

SPRINGS

Springs Donor Centre – Wit Road, Springs. Upper Level next to gym
Time Weekdays from 10:00 – 18:00
Sat/Sun from 08:30 – 14:00

For more information call the SANBS on 0800 11 90 31

Or visit your nearest Donor Centre.