Donors Go Digital

TDT | Manama

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Appointments now must be booked online

A mandatory online registration system has been introduced for this year’s Imam Hussain (PBUH) Blood Donation Campaign, marking a digital transformation in one of Bahrain’s most enduring grassroots health initiatives. The 27th edition of the campaign, scheduled for the 8th and 9th of Muharram, will take place at the Al Hilal Medical Center in Manama.

Organisers have announced that pre-registration on the official campaign website is now required to book a donation appointment, with each participant needing to provide personal details, including a copy of their smart card. Appointment bookings open on Wednesday, the 6th of Muharram.

Tech-enabled service

Dr Fadel Jassim Al Nasheet, Chairman of the Supreme Organising Committee, said the adoption of online booking as a basic requirement reflects the campaign’s evolving scale.

“This year, we are keen to develop the organisational aspects in line with the increasing volume of participation annually, and to contribute to the comfort and safety of donors, especially through the electronic appointment system, which has proven its efficiency,” he said.

Held under the slogan ‘Blood in Your Name’, the campaign is run in partnership with Al Hilal Healthcare Group.

While the platform ensures smoother logistics, its mission remains grounded in the spirit of sacrifice and compassion inspired by Imam Hussain (PBUH).

Civic tradition

Mr Hamid Rahma, Chairman of Al Naeem Charitable Society, described the effort as a reflection of faith-driven altruism.

“We are proud that this campaign is an extension of Imam Hussein’s (PBUH) principles of giving without expecting anything in return. It is a national community initiative that represents a pillar in supporting the Central Blood Bank,” he said.

The drive’s success also rests on its longstanding partnerships with the Ministry of Health and the wider civil society, reinforcing its position as a key contributor to Bahrain’s public health ecosystem.

Since its inception on 9 Muharram 1421 AH, the initiative has collected a total of 16,526 blood bags, making it one of the Kingdom’s largest and most consistent voluntary health campaigns.

The committee has urged prospective donors to register early, given the limited number of slots available.

Registration can be completed via the official website at ihbdc.org, with further updates shared on Instagram at @ihbdc.

The campaign continues to blend tradition with innovation, demonstrating how community-led action can evolve to meet modern healthcare needs.