Blood storage unit inaugurated at Dr. Motsuo Memorial District Hospital Wokha to boost local healthcare and blood donation efforts.
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WOKHA — The much-anticipated blood storage unit at Dr. Motsuo Memorial District Hospital (DMMDH), Wokha, was inaugurated on Tuesday, with Deputy Commissioner of Wokha and chairman of District Health Society, Vineet Kumar, as the special guest.
Following the unveiling, a short programme was held at the pathology lab building, chaired by Dr. Mhonchan N Kithan, medical superintendent of DMMDH, who welcomed the dignitaries, well-wishers, and medical staff present.
Speaking at the event, Vineet Kumar expressed joy at the fulfilment of a long-awaited facility that would play a crucial role in saving lives in Wokha district.
He congratulated the departments involved for their efforts in realising the project after more than one and a half years.
He noted that earlier, people were reluctant to donate blood as storage facilities were located outside the district, but with the new unit, he anticipated greater willingness among the public to donate and store blood locally.
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The DC termed the inauguration a milestone achievement for the district hospital.
Encouraging the medical fraternity, Kumar said doctors and health workers are “next to God” in saving lives, and urged them to dedicate themselves more diligently and effectively to their duties, setting an example for government hospitals across the state.
He also assured that the district administration will provide assistance in blood donation drives and campaigns.
Delivering the keynote address, Dr. Nzanthung Lotha, pathologist, highlighted that the blood storage unit would bridge gaps in community health care.
He revealed that in India 10 to 12 people die every day due to lack of timely blood availability, and urged the community, especially the youth, to come forward and donate.
He informed that the unit can store up to 50 units of blood at a time, with a shelf life of 35 days.
Dr. Lotha also emphasised the benefits of blood donation, stating that donors’ bodies enter a regenerative mode post-donation. He added that any healthy adult aged 18–65 years can safely donate blood after a basic medical check-up.
Earlier, the deputy commissioner was briefed that the unit has a dedicated power backup capable of lasting 10 to 12 hours during outages.
During the event, two individuals willingly came forward to donate blood.
The programme was invoked and dedicated by Echungbemo Shitiri, pastor of Samyan Baptist Church, while the vote of thanks was pronounced by Arhoni Kikon, DSRC councillor, DMMDH.