The blood bank at Nicolás A. Solano Hospital is in a critical state due to the low number of donors, which affects its ability to respond to events where patients require immediate blood transfusions. Lucía Lee, head of the blood bank, stated that this situation worsens during the months of December and January due to an increase in accidents and emergency care cases. Lee made a solidarity call to society to come and donate blood so that the hospital can overcome the current deficit. She added that the greatest demand for blood transfusions is recorded in the emergency room. In case of need, support has had to be requested from the blood bank at Santo Tomás Hospital, which has supplied fresh frozen plasma. To reinforce reserves and ensure timely patient care, the hospital's medical management will hold a blood drive on February 7th. You may also be interested: Mulino meets with Switzerland and Singapore, opening doors to global trade. January 19, 2026. Feria de San Sebastián de Ocú celebrates its 65th edition with a record livestock turnout. January 19, 2026. Medical students demand payment of overdue scholarships and support at IFARU now. January 19, 2026. Panama joins Spain in mourning after deadly train accident. January 19, 2026. Crisis in the blood bank at Nicolás Solano Hospital due to lack of donors. January 19, 2026. The drive will be held at Anclas Mall shopping center from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The blood bank director also noted that donation drives are regularly coordinated in partnership with companies, universities, and civic organizations.
