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Dresden: Kay Wack - The heroic blood donor with over 200 donations!
Kay Wack, the most frequent blood donor in Dresden, recently successfully completed his 228th donation to the DRK, thereby supporting urgently needed blood supplies.
Dresden: Kay Wack - The heroic blood donor with over 200 donations!
Donate blood – save your life. Kay Wack, a 60-year-old from Dresden, has committed himself to this important task and is setting a good example. He started in Berlin in 1984 after suffering circulatory collapse during his first donation, but that didn't stop him. Since then he has donated his blood over 200 times, making more than 100 liters available to the general public. He is currently one of the most active blood donors at the DRK blood donation service in Dresden, as [Sächsische] reports.
Eight years ago, Wack moved to Dresden and was immediately looking for a place to continue donating blood. He regularly visits the DRK's blood donation campaigns. He recently took part in the “Long Night of Science” where he donated blood for the 228th time. Before each donation, he undergoes a health check - this includes hemoglobin measurement and temperature checks. After a quick donation of just 5 minutes and 44 seconds, Wack fortifies himself at the snack bar. On this occasion he was also given a few snacks that were waiting for him after the donation.
A role model for others
In April, Wack even received an award for his 200th donation. But despite his numerous contributions to donations, those responsible in Saxony have to worry: There is a lack of young blood donors. Many people are often unaware of the importance of blood donation and are unsure of what to expect. In Germany, only around 3% of the population are actively involved as blood donors, although the daily need for blood supplies is 15,000.
The need for blood preparations should not be underestimated. Around 3.2 million erythrocyte concentrates are used in Germany every year, and there is often little time for this. Blood preparations only have a short shelf life; some are no longer usable after just a few days. A fifth of all donated blood goes to patients with tumor diseases. The federal association lifted the age limit for blood donors in this country two years ago in order to reach more potential donors. Wack, who has a scarred elbow, sees this as an encouragement to veteran donors to continue supporting the cause.
There are many merits to Wack's dedication and after so many years, he believes it's time to motivate others. “Every donation counts!” That should be the motto. In an environment where patient supply of blood products remains stable but low, the voice of active donors like Kay Wack is an important impetus for others. With every donation, not only is a lifesaver born, but it also raises awareness of the importance of blood donation. Anyone who has a healthy body and weighs at least 50 kilograms has the opportunity to become a hero.
The importance of blood substitutes applies not only to the local community, but to everyone - support blood donation and help save lives! You can find more information about this on the [Blood Donations] and [Blood Donation Germany] websites.