Urgent appeal for blood launched
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The Thai Red Cross Society has asked the public to donate blood, which is in critically short supply. The society reported that the shortage was affecting hospitals nationwide, which need as much as 8,000 units for daily operations.
While the TRC was previously able to allocate more than 80 per cent of the required blood volume to hospitals, it can currently supply only 25 per cent or 2,000 units per day. This amount falls far short of the standard stock of 3,000 units per day set aside for emergencies.
The blood crisis has forced some hospitals to postpone surgeries, pending sufficient blood supplies. People wishing to help the Thai Red Cross Society build up its blood reserves can do so at the National Blood Center on Henri Dunant Rd. or regional blood centers. For more information, call (02) 256 4300 and (02) 263 960099 extension 1101.
