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Scotland appeals for more donors as blood stock levels face significant drop
The Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service is appealing for more people to donate regularly as blood supplies face a significant drop
Participating in blood bag pilot: Dundee Donor Centre
During Autumn 2026, we will be contacting a small number of donors in Dundee and asking them to take part in an important pilot.
From drive time to blood drive
Clyde 1 presenter Steven Mill finds blood drives beat sitting in traffic.
Blood donors called on to help boost Type O stocks in Scotland
Scots are being urged to book an appointment to give blood over the coming weeks, as the Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service works to boost supplies.
Good news for donors receiving acupuncture therapy
From 31st August 2026, there will be a relaxation in the rules for blood donors receiving acupuncture therapy.
First Minister visits Edinburgh Donor Centre
The First Minister gave blood at Edinburgh Donor Centre on Monday to encourage more blood donors to come forward.
What is Kell negative blood – and why does it matter?
The Kell blood group plays a quietly crucial role in transfusion medicine.
NEW: Same-day booking for community session appointments
From 30th June, donors will be able to book right up to one hour before their preferred appointment time.
Extended Play: More dates added to Metallica promotion
Now including all donations made in Scotland up to and including 1 July 2026.
Team 98
Born the day Scotland kicked off their last World Cup – now they’re calling on young people to step up and give blood