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Good news in Malawi as students save over 100 lives through blood donation drive

Lorry Dean

Apr 5, 2024 — 2 min read

By Phillip Nkhoma,Jill Dando News reporter in Malawi

In a remarkable display of community service, students at Mnjiri Community Day Secondary School have stepped forward to donate blood, contributing to the lifesaving efforts for patients across hospitals in Mzimba district.

More than 10 students generously volunteered to donate blood as medical personnel conducted a blood donation drive at the school.

Tamandani Magombo, a third-year student, shared her motivation behind the act of kindness, expressing her satisfaction in knowing that her blood donation could potentially save lives.

"I feel a sense of fulfillment in donating blood, knowing that it could make a significant difference in someone's life. It saddens me to hear of individuals struggling to find blood, and some even losing their lives as a result. This compels me to act and contribute what I can to help those in need," Magombo stated.

Addressing misconceptions surrounding blood donation, Magombo emphasized the safety and importance of the process. "There are often misconceptions about donating blood, including concerns about contracting diseases. However, I can personally attest that donating blood is safe, and I intend to continue doing so to offer a lifeline to those in need."

The Head Boy of the school echoed Magombo's sentiments, urging fellow students to participate in the noble cause. Having donated blood on numerous occasions himself, he highlighted the urgent need for blood donations to alleviate the suffering of hundreds of patients.

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"Since my time at Mnjiri Secondary School, I have been a regular blood donor, recognizing the critical role it plays in saving lives. With countless individuals in constant need of blood transfusions due to accidents, maternal complications, and other medical emergencies, our collective commitment to blood donation could prevent unnecessary loss of life," emphasized the Head Boy.

In Malawi, the scarcity of blood contributes to the loss of lives in various medical scenarios. The proactive initiative taken by students at Mnjiri Community Day Secondary School exemplifies the power of collective action in addressing pressing healthcare challenges.

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