Heroes of everyday life: Blood donors in Jena get a great surprise

Heroes of everyday life: Blood donors in Jena get a great surprise

In a time when heroic action is often associated with spectacular scenes from films, a new initiative in Thuringia shows that everyday acts such as donating blood can be of immense value. This action connects the people in the region and enables them not only to save life, but also to win something for themselves.

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The University Hospital Jena (UKJ) and the local restaurant chain "Fritz Mitte" have launched an important partnership that has been running since July 15. This cooperation aims to encourage more people to regularly get involved as blood donors. It is not just about the health benefits for the community, but also about creating consciousness for the immense need for blood and plasma donations.

The importance of the blood donation

Especially in today's world, the demand for blood products is enormous. According to Silke Rummler, the head of the Institute for Clinical Transfusion Medicine Jena (ICTJ), up to 80 blood products are required for large operations and the treatment of cancer patients and accident victims. "Every donation helps to secure health care," emphasizes Rummler, making it clear the importance of this simple but decisive action.

Rewards for donors

As part of the campaign, regular donors from plasma donations can receive a voucher that can be redeemed in all "Fritz Mitte" branches. This little gesture should show the people who donate their blood that their commitment is valued. Restaurant owner Stefan Lindloh is convinced that the vouchers could also help win new donors, especially now that there are many permanent donors on vacation.

The role of "Fritz Mitte"

The action by "Fritz Mitte" is an impressive example of entrepreneurial commitment in the community. The restaurant chain does not only act on its own interest, but would like to actively contribute to improving health care in Thuringia. The vouchers after a blood donation offer the donors a well -deserved reward and at the same time strengthen the local community.

A look into the future

The campaign will be temporarily run by the end of September 2023 or while stocks last. The public's response could possibly lead to a continuation or expansion of such initiatives. At a time when prosocial behavior should be promoted, this action is a step in the right direction that benefits both the community and stimulates to think about one's own commitment.

- Nag