Oboshie Sai-Cofie Calls On Ghanaians To Donate More Blood
Florence Oboshie Sai-Cofie Media Advisor to the President Nana Akuffo Addo has called on Ghanaians to adopt the habit donating blood to the blood bank at korle bu teaching hospital and other health facilities across the country.
Madam Oboshie Sai – Coffie spoke on behalf of chief of staff, Madam Frema Oswi Opare at the Blood Donor Commemoration day held in Accra.
Speaking at the sideline of the event to the press, she indicated that the day was set aside to raise awareness about the importance of donating blood and supporting communities.
“It is also a great opportunity to thank blood donors across the country for donating blood and saving lives over the years and honour the profound impacts on both patients and donors”, she stated.
Nearly 200 teachers, students and staff of some high schools as well as tertiary in the country participated in the blood commemorating event, The first time donors expressed their feelings upon donating bloods.
The theme for national Blood Donor Day 2024 is “24 years of celebrating giving in Ghana, thank you blood donors!”
For her, the theme highlighted two important aspects.
Firstly, it is an opportunity to express gratitude for those who voluntarily choose to donate blood. Their selfless act of blood donation saves countless lives continuing to be the backbone of a safe and secure blood supply.
Second, this year also marks 24 years of spreading awareness and promotion of blood donation. This is also an opportunity to reflect on the progress made, acknowledge challenges and celebrate the dedication of blood donors, blood centres and organisations working tirelessly in the field.
National Blood Donor Day 2024: Quotes
“Donate blood, save lives. Be a hero in someone’s story today”.
“A single pint can save three lives, a single gesture can create a million smiles.
Your blood donation is a gift straight from the heart,
“every drop counts. Donate blood and be the reason for someone’s heartbeat”, she stated further.
Adding that “the gift of blood is the gift of life. Share that precious gift today.”
“Be there for someone else. Give blood and keep the world beating.”
By: obimpeh /priscila Ndede
