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06 November 2025

High spec blood: A festive tale told through Christmas puddings

What do Christmas puddings and blood types have in common? On the surface, not much - but at this time of year, they make a handy metaphor for something both complex and life-saving.

03 November 2025

Making a difference

We’re thrilled to announce that the ‘Give Blood, Save Lives’ campaign created in partnership with Highland News Group has been shortlisted for the 2025 Making a Difference Award.

Think bugs, bake-off and Beast from the East...

01 September 2021

A wheely good thing to do

Keen cyclist Pete knows when his time to give blood rolls around, he can help save lives.

From 3rd September 2021, Aberdeen Blood Donor Centre will be open on Fridays.

18 August 2021

A pint for Stella

A secret blood drive to honour Stella's 50th donation.

From 20th August, Inverness Donor Centre will be open Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays.

Dundee Donor Centre sessions at Marryat Hall coming to an end

Celebrating the science at the heart of healthcare

16 June 2021

In the bag

It's fair to say Brian and Chris were excited to give their first blood donations.

Current blood stock levels across Scotland Wednesday 12 November

We aim to retain 6 days of stocks at any time in order to meet the requirements of patients in Scotland.

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