NBTS will be receiving blood donations from the KU fraternity where we will be conducting a three-day blood drive at Kenyatta University Main Campus. Feel free to join us in giving a new lease of life to those who need blood and blood products by donating blood. It’s safe and it saves.
Nairobi RBTC mobile clinic will be receiving blood donations from the KCA fraternity. Join us in saving the lives of those who need blood and blood products by giving blood. It’s safe and it saves.
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, BuruBuru in patnership with KNBTS will be receiving blood donations from the church faithful as well as area residents. Join us in saving the lives of those who need blood and blood products by donating blood. It’s safe and it saves.
The United States embassy in Gigiri, Nairobi will be hosting NBTS as they receive blood donations from their members of staff.
Reelforge Media Monitoring Company will play host to Nairobi RBTC mobile team as we join hands in saving the lives of those who need blood and blood products.
East Africa Breweries Limited (EABL) will play host to Nairobi RBTC who will be receiving blood donations from members of staff at EABL. Join us in saving the lives of those who need blood and blood products by donating blood. It’s safe and it saves.
NBTS and The Divine Mercy Catholic Parish in Kariobangi South will be receiving blood donations from 9.30a.m. – 3.30p.m at the church.
Join us in saving the lives of those who need blood and blood products by donating blood. It’s safe and it saves.
Post donation:
Keep the strip bandage on for the next several hours; to avoid a skin rash, clean the area around the bandage with soap and water.
Don’t do any heavy lifting or vigorous exercise for the rest of the day.
If the needle site starts to bleed, apply pressure and raise your arm straight up for 5-10 minutes or until bleeding stops.
If you experience dizziness or light-headedness, stop what you’re doing and sit down or lie down until you feel better; avoid performing any activity where fainting may lead to injury for at least 24 hours.
Keep eating a well-balanced diet especially one rich in iron.
Ready to Help Save a Life?
Find a convenient blood drive near you and schedule an appointment to donate today.
Day of your donation:
Drink extra water (or other non-alcoholic drink) before your appointment.
Eat a healthy meal, avoiding fatty foods like hamburgers, fries or ice cream.
Wear a shirt with sleeves that you can roll up above your elbows.
Let us know if you have a preferred arm or particular vein that has been used successfully in the past to draw blood.
Relax, listen to music, talk to other donors or read while you donate.