Factors contributing to the low number of blood donors among employed residents in Oshatumba village, Namibia

Ashipala, Daniel Opotamutale; Joel, Medusalem Hangula

doi:10.4102/phcfm.v15i1.3680

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“…Factors such as lack of awareness and motivation, fear or hesitation about the donation process and risks, and practical constraints like time limits and physical discomfort often become obstacles. To increase participation in blood donations, effective strategies need to be directed to overcome these barriers through better public education, improved medical service standards, and the provision of more comfortable donation facilities (Shama et al, 2022;Ashipala & Joel, 2023;Yosef et al, 2020).…”

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Optimizing the Blood Donation App with Gamification Using User-Centered Design

Sari,

Fatudin,

Saputro

et al. 2024

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In today's digital era, motivating the younger generation to participate in routine voluntary blood donations is a significant challenge in the health sector. This research aimed to develop a gamified application called Gamified Blood Donation (G-BlooD), designed using the User Centered Design methodology. This application integrates gamification into the blood donation process, with features including donor location information, available blood stock data, and individual donation history. Using gamification elements such as challenges, ranking boards, and emblems enhanced user interactivity and motivation. Evaluation of G-BlooD demonstrated its effectiveness in achieving this goal; it scored 75 (Grade B) on the System Usability Scale (SUS), indicating good usability, while an average total index calculation from all responses on the Likert scale of 84.125% underscored its success in motivating younger generations towards regular blood donations. These results suggest combining digital technology with gamification can encourage recurring voluntary blood donation among younger generations. This research opens avenues for further exploration into leveraging digital technology to address other public health concerns.

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Optimizing the Blood Donation App with Gamification Using User-Centered Design

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Saputro

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“…It has significant implications for healthcare systems worldwide, as safe and adequate blood supplies are critical to the success of various medical interventions. It can help us preserve life and improve our society's general condition [2]. Transfusion of blood is an essential medical procedure.…”

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A Review of Amelioration of Awareness About Blood Donation Through Various Effective and Practical Strategies

Dorle,

Gajbe,

Singh

et al. 2023

Cureus

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Blood donations play a crucial role in medical care; however, the global shortage of donors remains and has a serious impact on medical interventions. The challenges involved include the lack of public awareness of the importance of blood donation, the lack of understanding of the process and eligibility criteria for blood donation, and the lack of comprehensive strategies aimed at raising awareness and participation among potential donors, with particular emphasis on the involvement of young people. It is essential to recognize that blood donation delivers significant benefits to donors and recipients, improves overall health, and ultimately saves lives. Various initiatives, such as blood donation camps, dynamic social media campaigns, and strategic networking of medical professionals, have proved effective in promoting blood donation. In particular, in the event of an emergency, the availability of sufficient blood supplies is increasingly essential, underlining the urgent need to establish and maintain a sustainable blood donor network. An in-depth understanding of the motivation and conservation of donors is crucial in this context, as it is known that demographic factors significantly impact the frequency of blood donation. In addition, ethical and legal considerations require careful attention, highlighting the essential role of obtaining informed consent and ensuring the confidentiality of donors throughout the process. As we look ahead to the evolving landscape, it presents a series of formidable challenges. These challenges encompass the critical necessity to broaden and diversify our donor base, thereby extending and varying our sources of financial support for specific initiatives, organizations, or projects. Moreover, we must proactively harness the opportunities presented by emerging technologies and commit ourselves to closing the information gaps within the existing public knowledge sphere. In summary, the review emphasizes the paramount importance of ongoing efforts to strengthen and enrich donors' engagement through customized strategies and educational outreach.

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An overview of cell salvage in orthopaedic hip and knee arthroplasty surgery

Patel,

Golding,

Nandra

et al. 2024

Journal of Perioperative Practice

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Blood management is a critical aspect of patient care during surgical procedures. In the United Kingdom, there is a growing recognition of the need to integrate intraoperative cell salvage into blood management protocols, especially for invasive surgeries where significant blood loss is anticipated. While donated blood (allogeneic blood) is traditionally used in such cases, it carries risks and potential complications. Consequently, intraoperative cell salvage presents itself as an appealing alternative, particularly in hip and knee arthroplasty procedures. Intraoperative cell salvage involves the collection and reinfusion of a patient’s own blood (autologous blood) lost during surgery. Studies have consistently shown that autologous blood collected via intraoperative cell salvage has fewer complications and greater benefits compared to donated blood. However, despite these advantages, the widespread adoption of intraoperative cell salvage in UK hospitals remains limited, primarily due to associated costs. While the integration of intraoperative cell salvage into blood management services may incur initial expenses, research suggests that it could ultimately prove to be cost-effective. This is because improved patient outcomes associated with intraoperative cell salvage may lead to reduced postoperative complications and shorter hospital stays. Thus, there is a growing imperative to overcome financial barriers and promote the implementation of intraopertive cell salvage as a standard practice in perioperative care across UK health care settings. The purpose of this scoping literature review is to consolidate the available information on the current use of intraoperative cell salvage and to identify intraoperative cell salvage techniques and devices described for use in an arthroplasty setting.

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Factors contributing to the low number of blood donors among employed residents in Oshatumba village, Namibia

Cited by 4 publications

References 24 publications

Optimizing the Blood Donation App with Gamification Using User-Centered Design

Optimizing the Blood Donation App with Gamification Using User-Centered Design

A Review of Amelioration of Awareness About Blood Donation Through Various Effective and Practical Strategies

An overview of cell salvage in orthopaedic hip and knee arthroplasty surgery

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