Media Release

Dubai, Apr 25: Karnataka Sports and Cultural Club (KSCC) organized blood donation camp at Latifa Hospital, Oud Mehta Dubai on April 23, in association with Dubai Health Authority (DHA) and with support from Community Development Authority (CDA), Government of Dubai.

As many as 48 people participated in the drive supported the Dubai Blood Bank.

A potential shortage of blood for transfusions was witnessed due to a significant reduction in voluntary blood donations during this time of the COVID-19 pandemic. The current pandemic, health services are now running with shortages of blood availability. To support the DHA Blood Bank, KSCC had taken initiative to ensure that blood donations are continued and are safe for both the donor and the recipient.

After taking safety precaution and safe distance during the blood donation, the donors were happy and felt honoured to participate and donate blood during this pandemic. Club Manager Mohammad Shafi was also present during the event.

KSCC appreciated all the blood donors and expressed their gratitude to the Dubai Health Authority (DHA), Community Development Authority (CDA), and Government of Dubai for their association for the event. They also thanked the volunteers and supporters.