In 2004, the World Health Organization declared 14th June as World Blood Donor Day.
This day is observed on the birthday of an Australian biologist and physician Karl Landsteiner to honor his contribution to the development of modern blood transfusion.
The day implies the significance of lending a helping hand and how you can contribute to humanity and be the source of happiness.
World Blood Donor Day highlights the importance of acquiring blood safely. We live in a world where the overall health is on the decline, blood transfusions have become a need during a crisis. For developing countries, access to safe blood is a struggle, which is why awareness campaigns are organized every year. In this era, many countries face a shortfall on the rare blood types availability; therefore, Blood Donor Day is helpful so that no one is deprived of healthy life due to the insufficiency of blood.
Like every year, this time people did not hold back from observing World Blood Donor Day. The pandemic may have diminished the spirit of the nation but when it comes to helping each other, we always stand together.
So, What Happened on World Blood Donor Day 2021?
As for this year, the enthusiasm for Blood Donor Day hadn’t subsided. Corporates organized events to spread awareness and collect blood samples for those in need. The pre-medical check-up was mandatory to ensure that the blood is safe to use for the needy.
Coronavirus has not killed the zest of people to take a step forward to saving humanity. With lockdowns and rising cases, the nation has contributed to donating blood and plasma for people who need a transfusion. The donation was conducted all over the world on a voluntary basis.
The Slogan for World Blood Donor Day 2021
The slogan for this year’s Blood Donor Day is “Give Blood and Keep the World Beating”. The slogan emphasized how blood donation keeps the pulse of the world running, how it keeps the world alive. This slogan was used in social media campaigns to spread the message to the general public.
The Motive for World Blood Donor Day 2021
- The objective for this year’s Blood Donor Day was to pass on the values to people and enhance the sense of solidarity. To stand stronger, together, and healthier than before.
- To promote health and encourage youth to not be afraid of saving other’s lives.
- To ensure safety. There are people who do not donate blood because of safety concerns. Indeed, the concern is legit. So, this year’s drive was planned in a way to promote safety for blood donation and to educate people that donating blood poses no harmful effects.
Who Hosted World Blood Donor Day 2021?
The global event for World Blood Donor Day 2021 took place on June 14, 2021, in Rome. Italy was the official host for the day via its National Blood Centre.
Bottom Line
Blood donation drives are conducted every year, but people tend not to participate in them for one reason or another. What we should not forget is that we never know when the tables turn and we might end up at the receiving end. If you are healthy and can donate blood, you should go for it as it has a number of health benefits.