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31 March 2026

A rare cancer shows the value of blood donors

When Graham was diagnosed with Myelodysplasia (a rare form of bone marrow cancer) last year, he quickly discovered how much he depended on donated blood.

30 March 2026

Murray and Kit: 'A Pawsitive' force for good

Murray and his red lab guide dog Kit are well-kent faces at the Pitlochry session.

Glasgow, Edinburgh and Dundee Donor Centres are CLOSED today, Friday 24th January. Aberdeen Donor Centre remains open.

From 31 January 2025 onwards, a change in blood donation procedures will mean older donors can keep donating.

Inspired by his Grandad, Josh motivates a new generation of blood donors.

Aberdeen Foresterhill loop access road to close as construction begins on new integrated mortuary.

Scotland is currently facing some challenges with adverse weather and seasonal illnesses.

They haven't celebrated their New Year yet, but a special group from Nepal were among our first footers of 2025.

"Knowing that together we’ve kicked off the year by potentially saving or improving the lives of up to nine people feels absolutely brilliant."

What kind of donation should you make?

Current blood stock levels across Scotland Wednesday 06 May

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