Magen David Adom (MDA) reports a critical shortage of blood units at the National Blood Bank, affecting hospitals and soldiers. CEO Eli Bin says the shortage is due to summer vacations and extreme heat, and warns that blood cannot be manufactured or imported. The public is urged to donate immediately.
Magen David Adom (MDA) issued an urgent appeal Wednesday morning, warning of a severe shortage of blood units in Israel's National Blood Bank. According to a report by i24NEWS, the shortage is particularly acute due to summer vacations and extreme heat, which have reduced donations. MDA CEO Eli Bin stated: 'Blood cannot be manufactured, cannot be imported at the moment of truth, and cannot be replaced.' The shortage is affecting supply to hospitals and the IDF, with the public called to donate. As The Zioneer reported in June, MDA had previously called for blood donations, but the current situation reflects a deepening crisis. The MDA website provides details on donation centers.
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