The message resonates this morning in most of your media. The French Blood Establishment is launching an “urgent appeal” to mobilize “massively” to donate blood. It will be relayed by radio and TV spots until July 12, indicates Europe 1. “Today, our blood reserves are low, by donating your blood, you can save lives. Blood donation, now it’s urgent. »
It is true that stocks are not sufficient to meet demand. 80,000 bags are in reserve where 100,000 would be needed at the beginning of July to meet the needs of patients.
The message of the EFS is due to two reasons. After the mobilization on World Donor Day on June 14, the heat waves of the past few days have slowed the momentum of donors. Structurally, summer periods are less conducive to generosity.
10,000 blood donations are needed every day. Their lifespan is limited: 5 days for platelets, 42 for red blood cells. Donations must therefore be regular and constant, insists the‘EFS.