Blood Drive Initiative
In a bid to encourage blood donation and raise awareness about its importance, the Mundicenter Group and the Portuguese Institute of Blood and Transplantation (IPST) are joining forces for the 23rd edition of the "Braços Dado por uma Boa Causa" campaign. This initiative is aimed at the communities of Oeiras, Odivelas, and Braga, as well as visitors to the shopping centers.
The campaign will take place at three venues: Oeiras Parque, Strada Outlet, and Braga Parque in 2025. The blood donation drives at Oeiras Parque and Strada Outlet will take place between July 28th and 30th, from 10 am to 7 pm. In Braga, the donation drive will be held on August 13th and 14th, from 9 am to 6 pm.
Eligibility to donate blood requires individuals to be between 18 and 65 years old (up to 60 for first-time donors), weigh over 50 kg, and lead a healthy lifestyle. The initiative emphasizes the importance of a healthy lifestyle for blood donors, as it is a small act that can have an immeasurable impact on the community's common good.
The blood donation drives are being held to support the common good of the community and to maintain safe levels of blood reserves. The campaign aims to promote solidarity and save lives, and it will also highlight the prime locations that shopping malls provide for such initiatives due to their large turnout and accessibility.
The "Braços Dado por uma Boa Causa" 2025 campaign is more than just a blood donation drive. It is a call to action for the communities in Oeiras, Odivelas, and Braga to come together and make a difference. So, mark your calendars and get ready to donate blood and contribute to a worthy cause. Let's all do our part in maintaining safe levels of blood reserves and saving lives.
By aligning with the principles of health-and-wellness and lifestyle, the blood donation drives encourage participants to maintain a healthy lifestyle, which is essential for donating blood. In this context, science plays a crucial role in understanding the biological implications of donating blood and the benefits of leading a healthy lifestyle.
