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Scam text messages
We have become aware of scam text messages that look as if they are from an NHS account, informing people of Omicron exposure.

Covid-19 prevention at session
As Covid-19 guidance continues to change, new rules are in place to keep our donor sessions as safe as possible.
Public holidays in May 2022
Some of our donor centres have different opening hours during May. Find out when your local centre is open.
What's so good about high spec blood?
Find out more about high spec O negative blood, and why it's so special.
New processes: Bear with us
From 5th April onwards, we will be entering your health check responses directly onto the computer at health screening. This means the session will become more efficient in the long run – but you may initially notice a bit of a delay.
How can knowing a donor's ethnicity help treat patients?
From April 2022 onwards we’ll be asking about your ethnicity to help match blood profiles to patients more effectively.
Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) core testing
The Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service has begun testing to find out whether donors have had Hepatitis B in the past.
Travel and malaria: Why we ask the questions we do
Information on when you can give blood after travel outside the UK.
Position statement: Ukraine
At this time, Ukraine has not requested support for blood supplies.
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