BANGKOK, 27 February 2015 – The Thai Red Cross Society has beseeched the public to donate blood, which is in critically short supply.
The Thai Red Cross Society reported that the shortage was affecting hospitals nationwide, which need as much as 8,000 units for daily operations.
The organization, which was previously able to allocate over 80% of the required blood volume to hospitals, can currently supply only 25% or 2,000 units per day. This amount is still far below the standard stock of 3,000 units per day for emergencies.
The blood crisis has forced some hospitals to postpone surgeries, pending sufficient blood supplies.
People wishing to help the Thai Red Cross Society build up its blood reserves can do so at National Blood Center on Henri Dunant Rd. or regional blood centers. For more information, call 0 2256 4300, or 0 2263 9600-99 extension 1101.
