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06 May 2026

Scotland needs blood donors now as World Cup approaches

As Scotland prepares to take to the world stage at the World Cup for the first time in 28 years, SNBTS urges people across the country to take action off the pitch by giving blood now.

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.

Aberdeen Donor Centre car park has now reopened, so blood, plasma and platelet donors can once again park directly outside the centre.

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

Pete became aware of how vital plasma is while working as a porter in Ninewells Hospital.

Scotland continues to make steady progress in putting the recommendations of the Infected Blood Inquiry into practice.

A beauty queen finalist has called for more blood donors to come forward, after treatment saved her life as a baby.

Could you take time out from your busy weekend to give blood?

SNBTS have kicked off our FIFA World Cup campaign early to ensure Scotland has sufficient blood supplies this summer.

Heather's car accident turned what should have been a straightforward birth into something far more uncertain.

Current blood stock levels across Scotland Thursday 21 May

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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