In response to the Voluntary Blood Donation Day, the city of Can Tho organized a voluntary blood donation festival with the message: ‘Donate blood to save lives – Donate blood regularly’ and ‘Donate blood, give life’. In this event, FPT University Can Tho was one of the three locations to organize and receive more than 600 units of voluntary blood donations.
FPT University Can Tho organizes a Blood Donation Day in response to the ‘Voluntary Blood Donation Day’ on April 7th
The active participation of the student community both inside and outside the university is crucial
In the context where more and more people need blood for lifesaving purposes, voluntary blood donation plays a significant role in maintaining a safe blood supply and meeting the demands of medical treatment.
Despite facing health challenges that prevented him from donating blood on several occasions, Tran Van Khênh, a student at FPT University Can Tho, never gave up. Khênh shared: ‘As a student sitting in the classroom, I believe it’s important to actively participate in meaningful activities like this to help everyone. Although the doctor didn’t allow me to donate blood in previous attempts due to unstable health conditions, this time I made an effort to improve my health, and finally, I was eligible to donate blood.’
At FPT University Can Tho, both faculty members and students are enthusiastic about participating in voluntary blood donation
The awareness and sense of responsibility demonstrated by students like Tran Van Khenh have played a crucial role in spreading the message about the significance of voluntary blood donation and encouraging more people to participate in this meaningful activity than ever before.
Contribution of government agencies and citizens
At the launching ceremony, the Steering Committee for Voluntary Blood Donation of Can Tho City organized the reception of 512 units of blood. This is an impressive number, indicating the community’s care and enthusiastic response. Not only the youth but also the elderly, including civil servants, are dedicated to the noble gesture of voluntary blood donation.
The contribution of the Red Cross Society of Can Tho City in maintaining the organization of the humanitarian blood donation event
From the beginning of the year until now, the Red Cross Society of Can Tho City and its branches have mobilized and received 14,197 units of blood. This blood supply partially meets the urgent treatment needs of patients in need of blood in Can Tho and the Mekong Delta region. This demonstrates the continuous efforts of the Red Cross Society and the positive support from the community in maintaining a safe and stable blood supply.
At the launching ceremony, Vice Chairman of the People’s Committee of Can Tho City – Nguyen Thuc Hien, Head of the Steering Committee for Voluntary Blood Donation of Can Tho City, called on everyone to actively participate in blood donation for public health. He requested the Red Cross Society, along with various departments and levels, to enhance propaganda and mobilization for voluntary blood donation; to strengthen the important role of the Red Cross Society; to reinforce and develop Blood Donor Clubs and be ready to provide blood when needed, as well as to establish more Family Blood Donor Clubs.
At the same time, he instructed the Department of Health to direct the Can Tho Hematology – Blood Transfusion Hospital to quickly conduct tenders for the donation of material gifts and light meals for blood donors, ensuring the regular and continuous reception of blood.
The enthusiastic response from the community plays a crucial role in maintaining the blood supply for the entire society
Also participating in the blood donation event at FPT University Can Tho, Major General Le Van Giac from the Military Command of Can Tho City shared: ‘This is the ninth time I have participated in blood donation activities, and I believe this is a practical action that allows me to contribute to the local blood bank and help those in need of blood.’
Voluntary blood donation – Meeting the demand, sharing for the health of the community
The results show that voluntary blood donation has become a necessity dedicated to sharing for the health of the community. The positive response from members of the community, from students at FPT University to workers and the elderly, has played a crucial role in maintaining a safe blood supply and meeting the healthcare needs of society.
In the future, it is hoped that voluntary blood donation activities will continue to receive attention and support from the community, organizations, and individuals. Only when everyone realizes the significance and importance of voluntary blood donation can we maintain a safe and stable blood supply, thereby saving thousands of lives every year.
With the spirit of spreading love and sharing, we can hope that voluntary blood donation activities will continue to develop and achieve great success in saving lives.