Terengganu Health Dept to collect 20,000 bags of blood this year
The Terengganu Health Department through HSNZ Blood Bank Unit has targeted to collect a total of 20,000 bags of blood this year.
Sun Jun 19 2022
In COVID-19 hangover, as more around world get vaccinated, fewer give blood
Recurrent waves of infections and extension of lockdowns have started taking a bigger toll on blood donations.
Sat Aug 21 2021
Sabah's blood supply can only last two weeks - Masidi
The shortage in donated blood was in part caused by the publics wariness to donate blood due to COVID-19.
Thu Nov 05 2020
Don't fear donating blood during COVID-19 - N. Sembilan Health Director
Blood donors need not worry because blood banks always follow SOPs to contain COVID-19.
Sun Oct 18 2020
Come back in 3 months, overzealous blood donor told
The St. John Ambulance of Malaysia is organising a three-day blood donation drive across 23 locations in Kuala Lumpur and nine other states from May 29 to 31.
Sat May 30 2020
Australian scientists use blood bank to develop 'vaccine' for diabetes
Australian scientists are optimistic that a bank of blood donations will help them develop a vaccine for Type 1 diabetes, China''s Xinhua news agency reported.
Wed Apr 19 2017
Brazilian officials say two people may have gotten Zika through blood transfusions
Local officials say two people in Brazil contracted the Zika virus through blood transfusions.
Fri Feb 05 2016
NBC, blood banks face shortage of donors
The National Blood Centre (NBC) and blood banks throughout the country are still facing shortage of blood donors ahead of the coming Thaipusam and Chinese New Year celebrations.
Wed Jan 08 2014
Blood bank needs more than 400 donors
The National Blood Centre needs blood from 400 to 450 donors daily to meet the demand in the Klang Valley, its director, Dr Roshida Hassan said today.
Wed Dec 12 2012
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024