According to the National Institute of Hematology and Blood Transfusion, blood reserves at the Institute and hospitals across the country have run critically low. Remaining blood units are nearing expiration dates, unable to meet urgent emergency and treatment demands. Projected blood collection in upcoming days stands at merely dozens to hundreds of units per day, whereas demand reaches 2,500 – 3,000 units daily in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City alone, excluding other provinces.
On February 25, 2020, at the headquarters of Vietnam National Chemical Group, following the directives of Group leadership, the Vietnam Chemical Industry Trade Union in cooperation with the Youth Union launched a humanitarian blood donation drive for all Group employees.
Speaking at the launching ceremony, Mr. Vu Tien Dung, President of Vietnam Chemical Industry Trade Union emphasized: "This activity consistently receives profound interest and enthusiasm from union members, youths, and workers across the chemical industry. Every drop of blood given not only saves lives but also demonstrates a noble humanitarian gesture towards the community by all staff in the chemical industry."
Participants in this blood donation drive included staff from the parent company – Vietnam National Chemical Group and units based in Hanoi, while other member units registered for blood donation in their respective localities.
Source: Vinachem
