At 25, Kaitlin should be living independently. At 18, Lihle should be finishing school. Instead, both are fighting for their lives against aplastic anaemia (AA): a rare blood disease that leaves patients vulnerable to infections, uncontrolled bleeding and severe anaemia. A stem cell transplant gives approximately 80% of patients a real chance at recovery – […]
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This is one call that can’t be ignored. No spam. No robocall. Just a real opportunity to save lives. Following the festive season, blood collections across the country have decreased, while the need for blood has remained constant and critical. In response, the South African National Blood Service (SANBS) has launched a national blood donation
Ring, ring! South Africa’s blood supply is calling. Will you answer? Read More »
As the world marks World Cancer Day, attention turns to the growing burden of cancer in South Africa, where cancer is now the fifth leading cause of death in South Africa – and its impact is projected to grow in the coming decades. Among the many forms of cancer, blood cancers are especially concerning, with a
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As South Africans settle into the new year, the SA National Blood Service (SANBS) would like to warmly welcome everyone back and express appreciation to all donors for their continued generosity. Your commitment throughout the year helps save countless lives, and SANBS remains grateful for every person who takes the time to donate. As the
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