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Blood donation campaign in Graz: Saving lives together after a rampage!
Red Cross calls for blood donations after mass shooting in Graz. Action on June 11th, Messendorf training center, support urgently needed.
Blood donation campaign in Graz: Saving lives together after a rampage!
In the last few hours, the Red Cross has launched an urgent appeal for blood donations. Federal Rescue Commander Gerry Foitik points out that stockpiles are at critically low levels and community support is needed now more than ever. Mass shooting victims in Graz urgently need help, even if Foitik emphasizes that donated blood cannot only benefit the current victims. Many patients in Austria are dependent on blood transfusions. According to Puls24, at least ten people died after the shooting at the BORG Dreierschützengasse school in Graz and another twelve were injured, some seriously.
To boost blood reserves, the organizers have launched a blood donation campaign. This will take place on June 11th from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Messendorf training center, Sternäckerweg 118, 8042 Graz. The SK Sturm Graz football club is actively involved in the campaign and is committed to mobilizing the population. Monika Stickler, head of the emergency services department, highlights the need to increase supplies as many injured people are expected to require operations.
Blood donation details
As oe24 reports, people between the ages of 18 and 70 who are healthy and meet the legal requirements are entitled to donate blood. First-time donors should not be older than 60 years. Anyone interested must bring ID with them and should find out more detailed information on the website www.blut.at.
The donation usually takes around seven minutes, during which around 450 ml of whole blood is taken from the vein in the arm. After donation, the blood goes through various safety tests to ensure quality. In addition, after the donation, a blood donation card is issued that contains all of the donor's relevant information.
Health aspects of blood donation
It may be important to find out in advance about the physical effects of donating blood. After collection, donors should take a break of at least 30 minutes. Heavy physical work or strenuous activities should also be avoided on the day of donation in order to minimize health risks. After blood donation, the blood is divided into components - these include packed red cells, often referred to as “blood reserves”, and plasma.
The Red Cross's current campaign shows how important the willingness to donate blood is for society. The population is called upon to actively help through this simple act and at the same time make their own contribution to improving health care in Austria. Every individual can save lives through their donation.