October 13, 2017 – Dubai, United Arab Emirates: CUD Family has come together to help saves lives at the annual blood drive held on campus.
More than 50 donors came forward to give blood in support of the University’s 'Wellness Month' Campaign in partnership with the Dubai Health Authority Blood Donation Centre at Latifa Hospital.
The donations will be used for patients suffering from any kind of blood disorder or in need of transfusions as a result difficult illnesses such as leukemia, heart surgery, thalassemia, cancer treatment, and for cases of blood loss.
The CUD blood drive is organized by the University Health Centre in collaboration with Student Affairs as part of an annual wellness campaign to raise health awareness through activities that take place on campus.
"The blood donation drive is a very important event as it is an opportunity for the University to show its support to the local community and make a difference! Each donation can save 3 – 4 patients. Giving blood is a simple process and you will give the gift to life” said Ms. Kim Karema, the University Nurse."
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