World Blood Donor Day
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Where is World Blood Donor Day observed?
Though not a public holiday, WBDD is a global observance celebrated every year in countries all around the world.
Who is World Blood Donor Day observed by?
The day provides an opportunity for voluntary, non-remunerated blood donors and anyone across the world to be aware that having an adequate blood supply is a global issue.
When did World Blood Donor Day first start?
The first observance began in 2005 as an awareness campaign organized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC).
Who started World Blood Donor Day?
World Blood Donor Day was observed in 2005 by all World Health Organization member states. The day began as an awareness event for safe blood products and recognition to donors for their life-saving gifts.
History And Timeline
Now that we have learned about the day let's learn about its history.
Karl Landsteiner
Karl Landsteiner won the Nobel Prize for Medicine in 1930 for classifying blood types. He was the first to classify human blood into A, B, AB, and O groups, which revolutionized blood transfusions and led to the transfusing of blood between people with compatible blood types.
1930First Awareness Campaign
The first awareness campaign on blood donations was made during the World Health Day celebration 2000, even before WBDD. The theme adopted was 'Safe blood starts with me.'
2000World Blood Donor Day
This year, world day for recognizing blood donors was established by the World Health Organization (WHO) to bring awareness to the ongoing need for blood donations.
2004First Celebration
This year, on June 14, World Blood Donor Day was celebrated across countries worldwide.
2005Record-Breaking Donation Drives
2013 saw the largest blood donation drive in history. Over 61,000 participants donated blood all across India.
2013Traditions And Customs
Every country observes World Blood Donor Day in its own way. In some countries, donors are honored with special ceremonies or events.
Others may have public blood donation campaigns or promote the community values of blood donation to encourage people. Whatever the customs and traditions, the goal is always the same: to raise awareness about the need for safe blood donation and thank those who have already.
In addition to blood drives, non-profit organizations worldwide educate people on the adequate need for blood supply. The blood centers and NGO services also create posters, banners, and flyers for distribution on Blood Donor Day.
Ways To Observe World Blood Donor Day
The best way to observe the day is to donate blood. Various non-profit and related services centers conduct drives. You can donate through the centers or volunteer for the blood donor day camps and drives.
The next best thing is to thank blood donors worldwide for their critical contribution and create wider public awareness of the need for regular, unpaid donations.
Take steps to organize and educate people in your community about the values of blood donation and why giving blood is important, especially with blood shortages, and how donating helps towards promoting health, solidarity, and social cohesion.
Finally, don't forget to spread the word about the day and encourage youth to donate blood, and inspire others to do the same.
Facts And Stats
- Did you know? One donation can save up to three lives, and someone needs blood every two seconds in the US alone! Why not donate blood on June 14, and be the hero you always wanted to be?
- World Blood Donor Day awareness campaign is marked in the list of 11 official global public health campaigns organized by the World Health Organization (WHO).
- The reason behind selecting June 14 as World Blood Donor Day is to mark the birthday of Karl Landsteiner, Nobel Prize awardee, for discovering the ABO blood system and the founder of modern blood transfusion.
- The theme-based celebration of World Blood Donor Day began in 2012. The first theme adopted was that 'Every blood donor is a hero.'
- Though the official theme-based celebration began in 2012, in 2011, the World Health Organization (WHO) called upon communities worldwide on a theme to symbolically 'paint the world red' by coloring, covering, or lighting monuments and landmarks.
What is the slogan of World Blood Donor Day 2021?
The slogan for 2021 Blood Donor Day was 'Give Blood and keep the world-beating.'
What is the significance of World Blood Donor Day?
The aim is to raise global awareness of the need for safe blood and blood products for transfusion and to recognize the contribution of voluntary, unpaid blood donors.
How does this day affect people psychologically/emotionally?
As per the records, donating blood positively affects donors. In scientific studies, the feelings are described as satisfaction, being more alert, and feeling better in general.
What is the history and origin of World Blood Donor Day?
The first observance was by WHO in 2004 and was declared an annual global event in the 58th World Health Assembly in 2005.
What is special about World Blood Donor Day?
The day aims to spread awareness about blood donation's significance and recognize the contribution of voluntary unpaid blood donors in saving lives.
When Is This Day Celebrated
- Sunday, June 14, 2020
- Monday, June 14, 2021
- Tuesday, June 14, 2022
- Wednesday, June 14, 2023
- Friday, June 14, 2024
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https://www.paho.org/en/wbdd2021
https://weillcornell.org/news/give-blood-on-world-blood-donor-day-2021
https://www.who.int/news-room/events/detail/2021/06/14/default-calendar/world-blood-donor-day-2021
https://nationaltoday.com/world-blood-donor-day/
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