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03 July 2025

Aberdeen Blood Donor Centre remains open for business

Due to essential maintenance work, there will be a number of disruptions around the entrance area.

30 June 2025

'Our patients rely on the generosity of donors'

We spoke with Izhar Khan, Consultant Nephrologist at NHS Grampian who explained why blood, platelets and plasma are so important for his patients.

As part of the NHS in Scotland 70th anniversary celebrations, the Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service (SNBTS) caught up with some of our donors who have recently celebrated a special milestone.

Our new state of the art national centre for the Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service (SNBTS) was officially opened ahead of the NHS's 70th birthday tomorrow, 5 July 2018.

Every year on 14 June, countries around the world celebrate World Blood Donor Day. Meet the Patterson's and find out more.

This year for Blood Donor Week, we're asking you to take part in the #MissingType campaign.

Watch our short film to find out how the Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service meets the with new data protection laws.

International Nurses Day on 12th of May celebrates the contribution that nurses make to societies around the world.

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon MSP visits the Edinburgh Donor Centre to thank donors and staff for their efforts during the festive season.

Jodie Small lost 45% of her blood during the birth of her first child. Together with husband Charlie, they tell their story - and make an appeal for those who can to give blood.

Current blood stock levels across Scotland Wednesday 09 July

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