
Blood Donation
Campaign
Helping the World Recover
Blood Donation Facts
One blood bag saves 3 lives.
There is no replacement for blood donations - no synthetic alternative.
Your body quickly refills your blood
OUR GOAL!
SAVE 100 LIVES
by donating
34
bags of blood!


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Go with a friend
If you are nervous and if restrictions allow, try to book an appointment at a similar time and place to a friend for a family member.
but there is a pandemic going on...?
blood donations are still really needed!
Donor centres are still open
&
have been experiencing extra challenges
to provide much needed
blood, plasma and platelets
to patients
You can read more about the latest Coronavirus information here
Some key takeaways from the NHS Give Blood advice
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Wear a face mask over your mouth and nose
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You are allowed to travel to donate
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Wait 7 days from your COVID-19 vaccine before donating
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Check you are ok to attend and are unlikely to have COVID-19
Before booking a blood donation appointment
Check here if you can donate in the UK.
(Other countries will have different blood donation restrictions)
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Based on your recent travels
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If you have had COVID-19
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The COVID vaccine
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Have any medical conditions
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Take any medications
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Or any other reason that you just are not sure about.
Check where your closest blood donation centre is.
If you cannot donate blood right now,
consider setting a reminder for yourself
on your phone, calendar or planner
for when you can donate blood.
How to book a blood donation appointment (UK)
Create an account on the NHS Give Blood website here.
If you already have an account you can just log in.
You can download the app on the Apple App Store or Google Play Store, search ‘NHSGiveBlood’

Before your blood donation
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Eat regular meals
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Drink plenty of fluid (Non-alcoholic)
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Avoid vigorous exercise
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Fill in your health check form if you receive one
What to expect during your blood donation
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Bring your health check form if you receive one.
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Check-in at the counter
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Read the “Welcome Booklet”
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Sufficient information is provided but ask any questions that you may have
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You will be provided 500ml of fluid to drink
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and maybe a packet of crisps
Health Screening
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Private interview
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You will be asked confidential questions
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Ensures your blood is safe to transfuse to patients
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You need enough iron in your blood
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Confirmatory test
The blood donation
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Once sat, you will be asked for basic information
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All collection equipment is single-use and sterile
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A blood pressure cuff will be placed on your arm
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The donation location will be cleaned with an antiseptic sponge
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You will be advised to do applied muscle tension exercises
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You should be comfortable during the donation
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A full donation is 470ml and will take between 5 to 10 minutes
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Leave pressure roll on for 30 minutes and the plaster dressing for 6 hours

After your blood donation
Enjoy free SNACKS!!!
& a cup of tea
Have a rest and a chat for a little while before leaving just to make sure that you do not feel faint.
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A selection of drinks and snacks will be available
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You are encouraged to relax for at least 15 minutes
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You are encouraged to have at least 2 drinks
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If you feel unwell, alert a member of staff immediately
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If you become unwell at home within 2 weeks call 0300 123 23 23
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Don’t have a bath on the day of the donation