As South Africans ease into the new year, the South African National Blood Service SANBS has extended a heartfelt welcome back to all citizens and expresses deep gratitude to the many individuals whose generosity makes a life-saving difference, reports Cape town Etc .
However, as 2026 begins, SANBS raises an urgent call for blood donations amidst a troubling decline in national blood stocks that follows the festive season.
Traditionally, January marks a significant dip in blood collections due to a range of factors that contribute to dwindling supplies.
