DPM DONATES TO BLOOD BANK

The Department of Personnel Management staff recently took part Blood Donation Drive organized by a team from the Sir Brian Bell Centre for Transfusion Medicine or the Blood Bank.

First time blood donor Patrick David said that while he was hesitant at first, the will to help others was strong.

“I am happy that I am able to donate blood to help those in need,” he said.

MIS officer Mr Dudleysaid that he became a regular donor after experiencing the need for blood transfusion arose within his family.

He said that a lot of people need blood in our hospitals and if we have the ability to donate, please do.

Our assistance though small goes a long way toward helping those sick individuals in need.

Team Leader Sr Joesphine Mas said while supplies at the Port Moresby General Hospital were limited, such drives by the mobile team was essential at replenishing stocks.

“We are happy that the Department of Personnel Management has come on board to donate blood,” she said.

“And I am happy with the big turn out of staff who turned up to donate blood, check their weight and blood pressure.”

“Today we are collecting only 450ml of blood per person, this will than be taken to our labs for testing and if given the ok, this packets of blood will be used,” Sr Joesphine said.

She added that most of all the blood collected are used during surgeries or operation, and when injured persons are brought to the emergency section or special cases where children need blood in the children’s ward.

“We are thankful for DPM’s contribution towards a good cause,” said Sr Joesphine.