AN Alvechurch pensioner has been hailed as 'one of the quiet heroes of society' for nearly four decades of commitment as a blood donor.
Harry Hickman, 69, of Blythesway, first gave blood about 37 years ago and was recently presented with an award for 75 donations - although he has since clocked up a grand total of 78.
Mr Hickman was one of 32 donors honoured at a ceremony at The Burlington Hotel, Birmingham, who received either a crystal plate for 75 donations or a crystal decanter for 100.
Sara Jane Evans, who has severe anaemia and relies on blood transfusions every four to six weeks, presented the awards.
Mr Hickman said it gave him a sense of satisfaction to have met someone who benefited from blood donations.
For details about becoming a blood donor, call 0845 7711 711 or visit www.blood.co.uk
Potential donors must be aged between 17 and 60.
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