Muscat – With the holy month of Ramadan knocking on the door, the Department of Blood Bank Services of Ministry of Health (MoH) is calling on communities across Oman to play an active role in lifesaving blood donation efforts.

The Central Blood Bank in Bausher has highlighted the critical need to maintain an adequate blood supply during Ramadan when there are few blood donations.

To meet this growing need, the ministry is encouraging volunteer groups, mosque committees and public councils in Seeb, Bausher, Muttrah and Amerat to help organise local blood donation drives.

These campaigns are scheduled to take place from 8pm to 11.30pm, providing convenience for donors to participate after iftar.

“Our goal is to make donating blood more convenient and to reach as many donors as possible during Ramadan,” said a spokesperson of Department of Blood Bank Services (DBBS). “We invite community groups to support this noble cause, which aligns with the spirit of giving and charity during the holy month.”

Interested groups and individuals are encouraged to coordinate with the Donor Affairs Department before Thursday, February 13. For more information or to register participation, call DBBS on 24591255/24594255 or WhatsApp via 94555648.

Central Blood Bank is urging people to donate with the slogan ‘Double your blessings this Ramadan – donate blood and save lives’.