Indonesian Red Cross Extends Blood Supply to Jakarta, West Java Amid Post-Eid Shortage
SOUTH TANGERANG, Indonesia – The Indonesian Red cross (PMI) in South Tangerang is distributing blood supplies to jakarta and West Java following a regional blood shortage after the Eid al-Fitr holiday.
PMI South tangerang Ready to Collaborate
Suhara Manulang, head of the South Tangerang PMI Blood Donor Unit, confirmed that blood will be sent to meet needs beyond thier immediate area, emphasizing collaboration among PMI units.
Strict Protocol for Blood Distribution
Blood from PMI Tangsel will only be dispatched upon official request, requiring a request letter from the treating physician at the requesting hospital. This ensures proper allocation and use of the resource.
Multiple Delivery Options Available
The blood is transported via hospital couriers, PMI couriers, or collected by the patient’s family using specialized cool boxes provided by the hospital, ensuring the blood remains viable during transit.
Preventing Blood Waste: The “Dropping” System
Manulang highlighted the system used to prevent blood wastage: “If we (blood stock) is indeed abundant, rather than not using the blood itself…we already have one system…dropping.”
RSCM Acknowledges Blood Stock Limitations
Yoga Nara, Public Relations Manager of RSCM (Cipto Mangunkusumo General Hospital), expressed gratitude for the support from South Tangerang PMI, acknowledging limited blood stocks at their hospital, which is a common issue after the eid holiday due to fewer donors.
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Indonesian Red Cross Extends Blood Supply to Jakarta, West Java Amid Post-Eid Shortage
SOUTH TANGERANG, Indonesia – The indonesian Red cross (PMI) in South Tangerang is distributing blood supplies to jakarta and West Java following a regional blood shortage after the Eid al-Fitr holiday.
PMI South tangerang Ready to Collaborate
Suhara Manulang, head of the South Tangerang PMI Blood Donor Unit, confirmed that blood will be sent to meet needs beyond thier immediate area, emphasizing collaboration among PMI units.
Strict Protocol for Blood Distribution
Blood from PMI tangsel will only be dispatched upon official request, requiring a request letter from the treating physician at the requesting hospital. This ensures proper allocation and use of the resource.
Multiple Delivery Options Available
The blood is transported via hospital couriers, PMI couriers, or collected by the patient’s family using specialized cool boxes provided by the hospital, ensuring the blood remains viable during transit.
Preventing Blood Waste: The “Dropping” System
Manulang highlighted the system used to prevent blood wastage: “If we (blood stock) is indeed abundant, rather than not using the blood itself…we already have one system…dropping.”
RSCM Acknowledges Blood Stock Limitations
Yoga Nara, Public Relations Manager of RSCM (Cipto Mangunkusumo General Hospital), expressed gratitude for the support from South Tangerang PMI, acknowledging limited blood stocks at their hospital, which is a common issue after the eid holiday due to fewer donors.
Q&A: Addressing the Blood shortage
- Why is there a blood shortage after Eid al-Fitr?
- Fewer people donate blood during and instantly after the Eid al-fitr holiday due to travel, celebrations, and changes in routine. This leads to a decrease in blood supply.
- How does the Indonesian Red Cross (PMI) ensure safe blood distribution?
- PMI follows strict protocols! Blood is only dispatched upon official request from a treating physician,ensuring proper allocation. They also use specialized cool boxes for safe transport, maintaining blood viability during delivery.
- What happens if there is excess blood in the South Tangerang PMI?
- PMI utilizes a “dropping” system to distribute the blood to other units to prevent wastage, this is a common approach to manage blood supplies efficiently.
- How can I help alleviate the blood shortage?
- The best way to help is to donate blood! Check with your local PMI unit for donation schedules and eligibility requirements. Regular donations can make a critically important difference. You can also spread awareness about the importance of blood donation among your friends and family. Every donation counts!
- What is RSCM?
- RSCM (Cipto Mangunkusumo General Hospital) is a major hospital in Jakarta that, like other hospitals, experiences blood stock limitations after the Eid holiday.They are grateful for the support from the South tangerang PMI.
The collaborative efforts of the South Tangerang PMI and RSCM are vital in mitigating the post-holiday blood shortage. Consider donating blood to support this critical cause.
