‘Give Blood, Save Life!’ PD dept of MBA-AIMIT host ‘Sanjeevini- a Blood Donation Camp
Mangaluru: The Post Graduate Department of Management of St. Aloysius College (Autonomous) AIMIT, Beeri, hosted ‘Sanjeevini’- a Voluntary Blood Donation Camp in collaboration with Wenlock Hospital, Mangalore on Wednesday, January 31st, 2018. The program commenced by invoking the blessings of the Almighty and was followed by a short video presentation highlighting the dire need for blood donation, given the staggering accident cases in our country and the world over. The event was inaugurated by our Alumnus, the young and dynamic Dr. Vivian D’Almeida, MS (Ortho) and Assistant Professor at Fr. Muller’s Hospital, Mangaluru.
In his message, he highlighted the need for donating blood and informed the student community of the many Myths that shroud blood donation. He also educated the gathering on the Do’s and Don’ts whilst donating blood. He emphasized the need for a healthy living by taking adequate precautions in diet and devoting sufficient time for exercise. He stated that the blood is well screened before being passed on to the patients and the transmission of diseases via blood transfusion has been reduced drastically. He concluded by saying that we make a living by what we get but we make a life by what we give!
Fr. Denzil Lobo S J Director, AIMIT, in his presidential address, reiterated the need for donating blood. He stated that blood saves many human lives irrespective of caste, creed, colour, or race. He urged the youth to come forward in large numbers and be a part of this noble cause. Dr. Theresa Nazareth – Faculty Coordinator Sanjeevini 2018 welcomed the dignitaries and introduced the chief guest. The Joint Student Coordinator of Sanjeevini 2018, Ms. Sneha Augustine proposed the Vote of thanks. Ashwil Lobo & Ms. Ralen Furtado compered the event.
The day witnessed a large turnout of eager donors and more than 130 units of blood were donated. The expertise of the doctors and nurses of Govt Wenlock Hospital, under the watchful eye of Dr Sharath needs a special mention. Sanjeevini which commenced in the year 2006, has been a success till date. The aim of this camp is to inculcate community work and social responsibility among students. Blood Donation is a gentle reminder that one need not have to be a doctor to save lives. A play directed by the Student Coordinator Mr. Lionel D’Souza was staged in the college premises on 29th January 2018 to create awareness about the Camp.