Donate blood

Donating blood can be a lifesaving procedure. It is used in medical emergencies and is frequently needed by people with long-term illnesses. Because there are various blood types, people of all backgrounds are required to keep up with demands. According to NHS Blood Donation services, around 400 new donors are needed daily to meet demands. Some priority groups include black donors and people with priority blood types like negative O. Blood donations are used by health services in many ways. Sometimes they are broken down into components so a patient can be given a particular part. Still, around two-thirds are used in transfusions to treat patients with cancer, anaemia, and blood disorders. If your blood is not given directly to a patient, it may be used for training, research, or the development of new tests. These uses are just as crucial for medical development.

NHS Blood Donation