A young Saudi donating blood at the camp organized by King Abdulaziz University in Jeddah, recently. — Courtesy photoJEDDAH — About 140 women donated blood in a recent campaign organized by King Abdulaziz University here. In all, over 200 donors took part in the five-day campaign organized under the motto “Your Safety is Our Goal.” Dr. Ibrahim Jumah, the supervisor of the campaign, said the organizers encouraged university staff, students and the public to donate blood to help meet the constant demand for blood in various health facilities. Blood transfusions are essential in cases where patients experience severe bleeding and face death due to blood loss. The campaign forms part of a larger initiative involving KAU and other government authorities such as the Civil Defense, Red Crescent and Border Guards. According to statistics one in every 10 inpatients need blood transfusions. Jumah thanked all donors and reiterated the importance of blood donations.
