Find the latest press releases from the Western Cape Blood Service here:
04 December 2024
The Western Cape Blood Service (WCBS) recognises and celebrates the outstanding achievement of the Top 10 schools that collected the highest number of blood units during 2024. These schools and their learners have proven that age is no barrier when it comes to making a life-saving difference.
25 November 2024
The Western Cape Blood Service (WCBS) together with the South African National Blood Service (SANBS) will host their ‘Red Saturday’ big bleed. This campaign aims to collectively achieve at least 5000 units of blood to help alleviate the added pressure on the blood supply over the busy festive period.
1 November 2024
This November, the Western Cape Blood Service (WCBS) is calling on new and current blood donors to donate blood with their, “Give One, Save Three Lives campaign.” With this initiative, WCBS aims to encourage individuals to donate blood and help save three lives with a single act of giving.
1 October 2024
October marks Plasma Awareness Month celebrating the crucial role plasma plays in providing life-saving transfusions for patients in need. For many patients, plasma is a lifeline — essential for survival. Plasma donations are often necessary for people with chronic conditions requiring regular transfusions which include, trauma, bone marrow failure, cardiac surgery, sickle cell disease and many more. Without these donations, their chances of survival are slim.
02 September 2024
The Western Cape Blood Service (WCBS) calls on the public to donate blood this September with, their Heritage month theme of “Giving is in My Blood”.
1 August 2024
The Western Cape Blood Service (WCBS) concludes its winter campaign in August, celebrating the remarkable commitment of blood donors who have played a crucial role in saving lives throughout the colder winter months. As we enter into August, they shine the light on the profound impact of every blood donor, emphasising that each individual, regardless of their donation milestone is a mighty hero, helping to sustain the blood supply all year-round.