Health News of Thursday, 12 July 2018

Source: BMW Club Ghana

BMW Club Ghana to embark on blood donation exercise

The event is aimed at increasing the country The event is aimed at increasing the country

BMW Club Ghana, in partnership with the National Blood Service (NBS), Ghana Trade Fair Company and several car and motorbike groups, will embark on a blood donation exercise at the La Trade Fair Centre, this Saturday, 14th July from 8am to 5pm.

This maiden edition is supported by Mercedes Benz Club, VW-Audi Club, Harley Davidson, Bikers Ghana, Abokyie Comrades Biker Club, AWOL Bikers Club, Bikers Trip and Tours , Blue Flame Biker Club, Cruiser Biker Club, Hot Wheels Biker Club, Level 6 Biker Club, Star Riders Bikers Club, Ultimate Risers Biker Club and Bikers’ Forum.

Commenting on the initiative, Benjamin Kwadwo Oppong, President of BMW Club Ghana said:

‘’Blood is indeed an essential resource to every human life and its shortage means loss of human lives. Unfortunately, this very precious gift can’t be manufactured; it can only come from donors and we believe we have a role to play in creating awareness and donating to save lives’’

‘’We are inviting the general public to come in their numbers to this momentous event to donate blood for a good cause. We don’t need to wait for something to happen before we donate’’ he added.

The vibrant club has lined up several activities to entertain and interact with participants. These include free health screening, car and motorcycle exhibitions and stunts, free technical advice, photography with models and live showing the World Cup.

The event is sponsored by Life Medical and Optical Centre, Unilever, Bel-Aqua, Kaysens Gaisie, Kwaaba Vacations, Indomie, Joujou’s Juice, Nutriace; and Madam Maame Stephens - NBS’s Brand Ambassador and CEO of Kwaaba Vacations.