Montret and its surrounding region ⁤witnessed a prosperous blood donation drive on Wednesday, September 17th. Geneviève Petiot,president of ⁤teh Association of Blood ‌Donors Volunteers,reported a strong showing with “55 ​presented,50 donations ⁣collected,and two new ⁢donors” joining ⁢the ranks.

Among the dedicated donors was Jean-Paul, a 68-year-old resident of‍ Branges, making his remarkable 139th donation. For Jean-paul, giving blood is simply a ⁤natural act. ‌He consistently donates three to four times a⁢ year, stating, ⁤”I am ‌lucky to be healthy. I come almost whenever there is a collection: the welcome is nice and, in addition, I get ⁣to see ⁤my friends. We all know a loved one or a family member ⁣who has or will need blood.” He actively encourages those hesitant to donate to experience ⁣the process firsthand before forming an opinion.

Aiming for 150 Donations

Blood⁢ is a critical resource, vital for treating over a million people annually in France. ⁤ Jean-Paul intends to continue donating provided that ⁤his health permits, aiming‌ to reach his limit on the day before ⁢his ⁤71st birthday.‌ He hopes to⁣ surpass the significant milestone of 150 donations before concluding ‌his ‍donating “career.”