Hemen Maternal and Child Health Specialty Medical Center Partners with Blood Bank of Ethiopia for Lifesaving Blood Drive

On June 5, 2024, Hemen Maternal and Child Health Specialty Medical Center teamed up with the Blood Bank of Ethiopia for a blood collection drive. This collaboration is part of a longstanding partnership between Hemen MCH and the Blood Bank of Ethiopia, focused on organizing regular blood donation campaigns. Over the course of the day, we successfully collected a total of 30 units of blood from willing staff members and the families of our patients.

At Hemen, our commitment extends beyond merely advocating for our patients when they need blood products. As responsible members of the healthcare community, we recognize our duty to contribute actively to increasing the available blood supply.

Blood and blood products are invaluable resources in healthcare. Throughout history, blood has been revered as the "elixir of life," a designation that underscores its critical importance. Nowhere is this more evident than in institutions dedicated to the health of mothers and children. At Hemen MCH, we understand this significance deeply and are committed to the safe and efficient use of blood.

Donating blood is akin to giving life, and there is no greater gift than the gift of life. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the staff members who participated in organizing this campaign and those who donated blood. We also express our sincere appreciation to the Blood Bank of Ethiopia for their unwavering enthusiasm and support during these drives. Your collective efforts are commendable and truly make a difference.

We urge other healthcare-related and non-healthcare-related organizations, associations, and community members to heed the call for addressing the national blood shortage. Your contributions can save lives and make a profound impact. Join us in this lifesaving mission and donate blood today.