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24 June 2025

Patients get to say a special thank you

Scotland's donor heroes meet people they have helped to save

24 June 2025

Exciting improvements to our testing process - Scotblood

We are pleased to announce our new process for blood and plasma donors requiring a Malaria Antibody Test (MAT)

Katrina and Brian celebrated their 32nd wedding anniversary by giving blood.

Rare complication meant Emma had to have a caesarean hysterectomy at 34 weeks.

Many people think the biggest need for blood at this time of year is to treat accidents or emergencies.

Book an appointment to donate over Christmas and New Year

12 December 2024

12 ways of Christmas

Christmas is nearly upon us, and we’re all looking for gifts that are a little out of the ordinary. However, did you know that as a regular blood donor, the gift you give can be used in some unexpected ways?

Caoimhe received her first life-saving transfusion within the first few hours of her life. This December, partner Mike made his first donation to help people just like her.

We are pleased to announce a pilot amongst whole blood donors at our Edinburgh Donor Centre.

Current blood stock levels across Scotland Monday 30 June

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