Blood Loss:
Globally, 5 million people die from trauma each year, with approximately 1/3 of these deaths occurring within 48 hours due to blood loss.
Blood Donation:
50% of blood donations are still not voluntary in 58 countries 50 of whom are in low and middle income countries.
Sub-Saharan Africa:
35 out of 48 countries collect less than half of the blood needed to meet the transfusion demand.
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With a collaborative and inclusive approach, CoBA brings together diverse stakeholders.We work with development partners and NGOs, private sector, global health institutions, and government ministries.
Blood in Africa
Major challenges facing blood in Africa
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Anaemia
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postpartum haemorrhage
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cancer
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trauma
Our Knowledge
Blood sharing in LMICs; A risky practice in African blood transfusions Introduction Blood...
The vital role of blood in national security Introduction In the vast and diverse continent of...
Exploring the Disparity of Female Blood Donors and Beneficiaries Blood donation plays a vital role...
Benefits of Transfusion in Haemoglobinopathies – Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) and Thalassemia...
Safeguarding Health in Africa: Uncovering Safe Blood as a Crucial Missing Puzzle Piece In the vast...
Addressing Maternal Health: Why We Need Blood to Change the Maternal Health Story in Africa Maternal...
Embracing Blood Donation as Part of Normalcy Whenever the Opportunity Arises
Explore the Impact of Generosity 🩸
Blood: Neither Manufactured nor Purchased say’s Bukola Bolarinwa
Did you know that blood donation is a truly selfless act?
Play Video about "Let give women the joy of child birth and not the pain of postpartum haemorrhage," Nyawira Njeru
“Let give women the joy of child birth and not the pain of postpartum haemorrhage,” Nyawira Njeru
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