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08 January 2026

Can you give blood at a donor centre this week?

In the last 6 days we have lost 656 donations due to weather disruption. With the extreme weather continuing across the North of Scotland, it’s more important than ever to keep blood stocks healthy.

We're implementing an improved process for blood and plasma donors requiring a Malaria Antibody Test.

At this time, we particularly need male AB donors to come forward.

It's that time of year again when you may be getting your vaccines.

If it’s been a while since you last donated, the team at your local donor centre would love to welcome you back.

Why do blood donations decline by up to 20% in autumn and winter?

After 50 blood donations at her workplace, Carol Sinclair is becoming a plasma donor.

30 September 2025

Treating sickle cell

September is sickle cell awareness month – but what is sickle cell disorder?

To help meet patient needs, we need to welcome 1,000 more.

Current blood stock levels across Scotland Wednesday 28 January

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