14TH NATIONAL CONGRESS OF THE COMMUNIST PARTY OF VIETNAM

US Embassy encourages more people in Hanoi to donate blood

Anh Kiet

Jun 15, 2023 / 10:51 AM

Blood drives raise awareness of the need for consistent blood products and the invaluable role donors play in ensuring supplies to meet the ever-increasing needs of the community.

US Embassy's Hanoi Blood Drive 2023 strongly encourages more people in Hanoi to become blood donors and donate blood regularly to build a solid foundation for a sustainable national blood supply, said US Embassy Chargé d'Affaires Melissa Bishop at the opening ceremony of the US Embassy's 9th blood drive on June 13.

This year's campaign, themed "Give Blood and Keep the World Beating," coincided with World Blood Donor Day [June 14].

"It is especially encouraging to see so many employees and their families, students visiting our American Center, and others from all over Hanoi helping us "Give Blood and Keep the World Beating" by donating blood," said Chargé d'Affaires Bishop.

Since the launch of the National Blood Program in 2001, Vietnam has made great strides in increasing the percentage of its blood supply from voluntary donors.

The US Embassy in Hanoi is proud to partner with the National Institute of Hematology - Blood Transfusion (NIHBT or Blood Bank) to celebrate World Blood Donor Day by hosting a blood drive to raise awareness of the need for safe blood and blood products and to highlight the critical contribution of voluntary, unpaid blood donors to national health systems. Donated blood is used to save the lives of trauma victims, surgical patients, and patients with life-threatening blood disorders.

"Every day, blood donors help patients of all ages: accident and burn victims, heart surgery and organ transplant patients, and those battling cancer. Blood drives raise awareness of the need for consistent blood products, and the invaluable role donors play in ensuring an adequate supply to meet the ever-growing needs of the community," said Cynthia Townsend, US Embassy Medical Officer.

The US Embassy's blood drive has seen a steady increase in donors since the first event in 2012.

First volunteers donate blood on June 13 at US Embassy. Photo: The US Embassy

Employees of the US Embassy take part in a voluntary blood drive.

Melissa Bishop, Charge d'affaires at the US Embassy, said she is a regular blood donor.

Hanoi honours outstanding blood donors

13 Jun, 22:03

Blood donors have helped boost the treatment of millions of people, particularly those on the brink of death.

Prime Minister orders nationwide traffic safety crackdown ahead Tet travel surge

The move aims to accommodate surging travel demand and keep transport operations running smoothly in the upcoming national holiday.

07 Feb, 10:36 AM

Cold front approaches northern Vietnam, Hanoi shivers at 10°C

The incoming cold wave will bring showers, with northeasterly winds of level 3 and a marked shift to cold weather between 7°C and 13°C until early next week.

06 Feb, 04:49 PM

Hanoi ready to host first edition of Miss Multicultural World

Hosting the competition is seen as an opportunity for Hanoi to promote its image and demonstrate its capacity to hold world-class beauty events.

05 Feb, 07:56 AM

Vietnamese workers prioritise wellbeing over pay: survey

Wellbeing is overtaking pay as a key priority for Vietnamese workers, led by Gen Z’s push for healthier, more transparent workplaces, redefining job stability and reflecting cautious labor movement as the market waits for stronger momentum beyond 2025.

03 Feb, 05:36 PM

Technology driven ideas focus on preventing traffic dangers early

Rooted in everyday experience, emerging initiatives use practical technologies to identify risks early and encourage safer behavior on the roads.

02 Feb, 10:27 PM

Happiness Train spreads human values and promotes Vietnam tourism

Vietnam’s “Happiness Train” departed Hanoi on February 2, turning a regular rail journey into a moving cultural space that promotes shared values, social connection and national tourism ahead of Tet.

02 Feb, 09:55 PM

ASEAN Eco-Schools Awards 2025 honors 60 Vietnamese schools nationwide

The ASEAN Eco-Schools Vietnam Awards 2025 marked a nationwide effort to promote plastic waste-free campuses, recognizing exemplary education institutions for integrating sustainability, environmental responsibility and green practices into teaching, learning and daily school operations.

01 Feb, 09:08 AM

Hanoi joins UNESCO’s global learning cities network

The Vietnamese capital joins UNESCO’s Global Learning Cities Network, leveraging its deep cultural heritage and growing digital ambitions to position itself as a regional hub for lifelong learning, innovation, and sustainable development.

30 Jan, 01:11 PM