Since the beginning of June 2021, blood reserves have been insufficient in France. La Sarthe is no exception. The French Blood Establishment (EFS) calls for the mobilization of donors.
In Sarthe, blood reserves are low as for the rest of the nation. This trend started five weeks ago
indicates Faouzi Iles, doctor attending the Donation house of the EFS in Le Mans. So, in recent days, national radio stations are broadcasting a call for general mobilization to donate blood.
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The summer period worries
In Sarthe, we need 437 donations per week. 383 of blood. 40 of plasma. 14 platelets
explains the doctor. Problem, the reserves for the next few weeks are quite limited
he concedes. Stocks were at a satisfactory level during periods of containment. At the height of the Covid-19 crisis, most surgeries had been deprogrammed to free up resuscitation beds. Needs had logically declined.
Since the beginning of June and the drop in the incidence rate of the virus, surgical operations have been rescheduled but remain compromised. With the departures on vacation, the number of donations decreases and the blood could eventually run out. This is what the EFS fears. We are energized
admits Doctor Philippe Suprin, responsible for samples in Sarthe, Illnesses don’t take a vacation
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The reasons for the drop in blood supply
Since the end of the curfew, people have wanted to go out, to enjoy. Collections are less successful
breaths the doctor Faouzi Iles. But certain health measures remain in force and do not facilitate the task of the EFS. Our collection truck is no longer going out. It’s too small. Impossible to respect social distancing. We can no longer make collections directly in companies, universities and high schools. And then, many rooms that we requisitioned before, now serve as vaccinodrome
.
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“People who have just been vaccinated can donate”
If the French blood reserves are decreasing, the vaccination against Covid-19 is also for something. Donors have postponed their blood donation because they thought there was a deadline after being vaccinated. But not at all !
insists Faouzi Iles. Even those who have had Covid-19 can donate fourteen days after the last symptoms disappear
. Faced with the threat of a shortage, the EFS calls on the French to come and donate blood, even without an appointment. If the crowds allow it, they will be directly taken care of.
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“It only lasts an hour and it doesn’t hurt!” “
In the blood collection room of the Maison du don in Le Mans, Pauline is doing hers. I come two to three times a year
says the 36-year-old nurse.My job made me aware of giving. These blood reserves, we are happy that they are full when one of our loved ones needs them!
This is what I come for. In addition we are well received, it only lasts an hour and it does not hurt
she points out with a broad, masked smile, but legible in her eyes.
In the next room, it’s time for best time to donate
enthuses Nathalie, 61 years old. The snack ! It’s great, we even get served
she has fun enjoying a green tea and some cookies.I’ve been giving for 40 years. The first time it was to miss a philosophy class in high school
she says laughing, It is an act of solidarity of which I am proud. We may all need it
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Nathalie, 61, has been donating blood for 40 years. She particularly enjoys the snack. © Le Maine Libre
>>> The conditions for giving
Be between 18 and 70 years old and weigh more than 50 kg. Pregnant women cannot donate. They have to wait six months after giving birth. After the installation of a piercing or a tattoo, it is necessary to wait four months. Eight weeks of waiting are necessary between two blood donations. People with a history of blood transfusion or transplant cannot donate.
More information and appointment booking on: mon-rdv-dondesang.efs.sante.fr
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