Blood donation camp organised to support cancer patients

PESHAWAR: Hundreds of citizens turned up to donate blood for cancer patients at an urgent blood donation camp organized by Rotary Club to address the critical shortage of blood at a premier cancer hospital.

Yunis Sethi, chairman of the Blood Donation Committee at the Rotary Club, expressed his gratitude to all those who participated in the camp, saying, “Every donor is a hero.” The camp, aimed at assisting cancer patients who are currently fighting for their lives, was a call to action for the local community to come together in support of a worthy cause, he said

The camp was arranged at Peshawar Model School Boys-III, Ring Road, with the cooperation of the school management and staff. Special thanks were given to Director Ghayur Sethi, Asad Sethi, and Principal Saima Talat for facilitating the event and ensuring its smooth execution.

“We are deeply thankful to everyone who came forward to donate blood today. Your efforts are truly invaluable to the patients at Shaukat Khanum Hospital, who rely on such donations for their treatment,” Sethi said.

“We also want to extend our heartfelt thanks to those who attempted to donate but could not due to medical reasons. Your willingness to participate speaks volumes about your commitment to this cause, and we appreciate it greatly,” he added.

In addition to the generous blood donors, the Rotary Club also expressed their appreciation for the dedication of the Shaukat Khanum Hospital team, who ensured the success of the camp.This collective effort highlights the power of community collaboration in the fight against cancer with a shared goal of saving lives and providing critical care to those in need, Sethi concluded.