Somoy journal correspondent:
The Transfusion Medicine Department of UNICO Hospitals PLC celebrated World Blood Donor Day 2026 with great enthusiasm and dignity on Sunday, highlighting the importance of voluntary blood donation and recognizing the invaluable contribution of blood donors in saving lives.
The event was organized under the pragmatic guidance and supervision of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Ardra Kurien, and the Chief Medical Services (CMS), Brigadier General Dr. Sharif Ahmed.
The program was successfully coordinated and managed by Prof. Dr. Kazi Nawshad Hossain, Coordinator of the Transfusion Medicine Department. The event brought together renowned physicians, consultants, specialists, and healthcare professionals of the hospital to commemorate the global observance.
Among the distinguished attendees were Dr. Omar Faruq, Prof. Dr. Ashrafee, Brigadier General Dr. Morshed, Dr. Fatima Yasmen, Dr. Masudar Rahman, Dr. Sanjda Haque, Dr. Abdul Rahim, Dr. Umme Kulsum Mouri, Specialist Dr. Farhana, Specialist Dr. Rubel, along with Medical Laboratory Technologists (MLTs) of the department.
During the program, speakers emphasized the significance of voluntary blood donation as a noble humanitarian act that plays a crucial role in saving countless lives. They also expressed gratitude to blood donors for their selfless contributions and encouraged greater public participation in blood donation initiatives.
The celebration reaffirmed UNICO Hospitals PLC’s commitment to promoting safe blood transfusion practices and raising awareness about the continuous need for voluntary blood donors in healthcare services.
The event concluded with appreciation for blood donors and a renewed call to support life-saving blood donation activities throughout the year.
Somoyjournal/MI
