Hanoi: The National Institute of Hematology and Blood Transfusion (NIHBT) said that it needs about 50,000 units of blood for emergencies and treatment before and during the Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday, calling for more donations from the community. Each week, the institute needs about 9,500 units, but this demand could increase to 10,000 – 10,500 units per week in the weeks leading up to the holiday, the NIHBT said, adding that blood type O accounts for some 50% of the total need.

According to Vietnam News Agency, the NIHBT has emphasized the importance of meeting the increased demand for blood, specifically highlighting the critical need for blood type O, which constitutes approximately half of the total requirement. The institute has urged citizens to participate in blood donation drives to ensure that hospitals and clinics can effectively handle the increased number of emergencies and treatments during the Tet period.