An urgent plea for blood donations

Published on

27 September 2023

Blood stocks are critically low. Image by Lizell Persens

There are fresh calls for blood donors to lend a helping arm, as blood stocks are critically low in the Western Cape.

The Western Cape Blood Service says operations have negatively been affected by the recent inclement weather experienced across the province.

The blood service’s Marike Carli says there is currently a two-day supply for blood groups O:

“The Western Cape Blood Service is appealing to the public to donate blood, as the blood supply is under severe pressure. Over the past few weeks, we struggled to maintain the required O blood group stock levels, and our O blood group is still only on two days. To find your closest blood donation clinic, please visit wcbs.org.za.”

Lizell Persens

Lizell is a Cape Town-based news anchor, reporter and transcriptionist. She has been a journalist for the past 10 years, and started her career as a TV producer. The avid reader enjoys writing poems, fast cars, music, travelling, and exploring new food.