The purpose of blood donation campaign was to increase awareness about the importance of blood donation and also to ease the blood supply of Pusat Darah Negara. There were 88 packs of blood collected throughout the blood donation drive.
The NKF mobile LifeCheck team was also invited to hold basic health screenings for the Monash community. The health screening programme comprised of the measurement of blood pressure, blood glucose, cholesterol level, Body Mass Index (BMI), waist circumference, urinalysis and counseling. There were as many as 219 staff and students who have participated in the health screening.
In addition, staff from the National Transplant Resource Centre was invited to promote the organ donation programme. This is to encourage and inform the staff and students about the importance of organ donation. Throughout the campaign, there was a total of 47 Monash staff and students who have pledged their organs.
A booth was also set up to fundraise for the National Kidney Foundation (NKF). NKF merchandise items such as mugs, towels, magnets, disposable thermometers, postcards and recycle bags as well as mooncakes were sold. A total amount of RM1211.70 has been collected from the sales and a donation box. This amount was fully donated to NKF.
Thank you to all staff and students of Monash University for your enthusiasm and participation in this event. We would also like to express a huge appreciation to all members of Leo Club of Monash University who has volunteered to help out in this event and making it a success.
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