"Beloved Younger Sibling Is in Critical Condition" Online Community Post That Saved a Life

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[Asia Economy Reporter Seoyoung Kwon] A post on an online community appealing for designated blood donations for a younger sibling who was involved in a hit-and-run drunk driving accident has sparked a significant response.

On the evening of the 23rd, a post titled "Dear members, please help just once" was uploaded to an online community. The author explained their situation, saying, "My beloved younger sibling is in critical condition," and "It is a miracle that they are alive after a drunk driving accident, and their condition is very serious."

The author also stated, "Due to COVID-19, hospitals are facing difficulties in securing blood supplies. It is up to the guardians' efforts to obtain it," and attached photos from the accident scene along with the hospital's designated blood donation notice, requesting designated blood donations of Rh+ A type or O type blood. The desperate appeal received hundreds of recommendations and comments, and this interest translated into actual designated blood donations.

Later, the author added an update. They said, "I felt it was proper to leave an additional post after receiving such great kindness," and revealed, "Yesterday, my younger sibling received about 30 packs of blood transfusions." They continued, "The hospital currently has enough blood for immediate needs," and added, "There is still a second surgery remaining. Since the storage period for blood is limited, I would appreciate it if those willing to help could make designated blood donations about five days later." They expressed their gratitude.

Netizens responded to the post with comments such as "Wishing a speedy recovery," "Please eliminate drunk driving," "People really don't donate blood often," "Just looking at the accident photos, it seems they were seriously injured," and "I hope your younger sibling undergoes surgery well and regains health."

Meanwhile, it was confirmed that the accident occurred in Andong, Gyeongbuk Province. According to the Gyeongbuk Provincial Police Agency, at 11:40 p.m. on the 22nd, a collision occurred at the intersection in front of the Gyeongbuk Provincial Office in Pungcheon-myeon, Andong City, between a Sorento passenger car and a K7 passenger car traveling in the same direction. It was confirmed that the driver of the Sorento was driving under the influence, and all three occupants of the two vehicles sustained moderate to severe injuries.

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