Appeal for 2,000 blood donations as supply runs low

‘Concern’ at Irish Blood Transfusion Service over supply in several groups

Supply down to three days for some blood groups, such as O negative and B negative

Appeal for 2,000 blood donations as supply runs low

An additional 2,000 blood donations are needed over the next four weeks to maintain the national blood supply, according to the Irish Blood Transfusion Service.

Abbott uses mixed reality experiences to attract more blood donors - TechCentral.ie

Global healthcare company Abbott is encouraging more people to give blood through the use of a new tool – mixed reality. The company has revealed two new mixed reality experiences to support the need for more blood, platelet and plasma donations in Ireland. The experiences aim to reduce fear in donors and encourage more younger [… The post Abbott uses mixed reality experiences to attract more blood donors appeared first on TechCentral.ie.

Super donors Julia and Margaret encourage more people to give blood

LAST summer two local women each completed their 100th whole blood donations. Friends Julia Isaacs and Margaret Drinkwater, both from Wokingham, first met in Bracknell whilst on their 99th donation in February 2024, and have remained in contact ever since. At the end of April, the couple were invited to a Donor Recognition Ceremony which took place in a hotel in Marlow. Around 70 whole blood donors there were recognised by name and presented wit…

Boosting Blood Donations: How Technology Can Inspire South Africans to Give More - Afric Info

South Africa is grappling with a pressing blood donation crisis, as countless eligible donors remain inactive. However, the tide could turn with the help of innovative technology! Mobile apps and dynamic digital campaigns have the potential to raise awareness and inspire more citizens to step up and donate, ultimately making a life-saving difference. —- Author : Samuel Brown Publish date : 2025-05-01 18:02:00 Copyright for syndicated content bel…