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Scotland’s World Cup rivals unite to give blood and save lives

06 May 2026

Scotland needs blood donors now as World Cup approaches

As Scotland prepares to take to the world stage at the World Cup for the first time in 28 years, SNBTS urges people across the country to take action off the pitch by giving blood now.

31 March 2026

A rare cancer shows the value of blood donors

When Graham was diagnosed with Myelodysplasia (a rare form of bone marrow cancer) last year, he quickly discovered how much he depended on donated blood.

19 November 2020

We're always looking for new signings

SNBTS signs up football clubs to help Scotland’s patients.

17 November 2020

30 for 30 - Donor gives back on her birthday.

Radiographer Claire Easton had a novel idea for celebrating her 30th birthday in October this year, by encouraging over 30 people to sign up to give blood.

08 September 2020

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08 September 2020

Blood donation appointments roll out across Scotland

Appointments will be bookable by phoning 0345 90 90 999 or using the online donor account.

28 August 2020

Dundee Donor Centre (Marryat Hall): Change in opening hours

From 1st September, Dundee Donor Centre will be open Wednesday afternoons.

27 August 2020

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11 August 2020

Scotland needs 3,000 new blood donors

The Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service thanks donors and staff who kept Scotland’s hospitals supplied during lockdown – and asks new donors to come forwards.

27 July 2020

It's good to talk (virtually)

Social distancing might keep us apart but the Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service are finding new ways of keeping in touch.

Current blood stock levels across Scotland Thursday 21 May

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We aim to retain 6 days of stocks at any time in order to meet the requirements of patients in Scotland.

Learn more about blood types