Monrovia – Alpha Tamba’s blood donation journey started in 2002, as a refugee residing in Kountaya camp in Guinea in the course of the civil struggle in his house nation Liberia, the place he witnessed the devastating penalties of blood shortages. 

“I keep in mind a girl who was bleeding closely after childbirth, she desperately wanted blood. The docs within the camp requested residents to donate blood however nobody got here ahead,” he says. The scenario jogged a childhood reminiscence. “I remembered the time when my pal’s mom died throughout childbirth as a result of lack of blood for transfusion,” says Alpha. He felt compelled to step up and donate blood to the ailing lady. Witnessing the girl’s restoration gave him a profound sense of fulfilment, fuelling his want to develop into a well being care employee and a daily blood donor.

As Alpha pursued his dream of changing into a well being care employee, he continued to be a champion for blood donation. In medical college, whereas conducting ward rounds, he encountered one other lady, who was his blood kind, in dire want of blood. Alpha didn’t hesitate. Remarkably, the girl turned out to be from his personal group, creating a long-lasting bond between their households. 

Alpha believes in common blood donation, not solely in response to quick wants, but additionally to make sure ample blood financial institution reserves. “Liberia, like many different African nations, has important blood shortages and accessible blood might save many lives,” he says.

Alpha’s message is evident: blood donation is an act of affection, kindness and sharing life. “Being younger myself, I want to encourage younger individuals develop into common blood donors. You by no means know the life that you simply save at this time could possibly be of help to you or your family members tomorrow,” he says.