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Journey of donated blood

Give blood at work

Throughout Scotland, many corporate supporters help patients by giving blood - and we’d love to welcome more.

Blood transfusions

Serious illness

Can I give blood? If you’re 17 to 65 and in good health, you probably can. However, there are some exceptions.

Blood transfusion

Can I give blood? If you’re 17 to 65 and in good health, you probably can. However, there are some exceptions.

Dentistry

Can I give blood? If you’re 17 to 65 and in good health, you probably can. However, there are some exceptions.

Blood donor selection criteria: Men who have sex with men (1)

Men who last had oral or anal sex with another man more than three months ago are able to give blood if they meet the other blood donor selection criteria. This publication addresses how blood donation criteria affects sexually active men who have sex with men.

Bruising: Advice for donors

Bruising is a recognised complication of giving blood, although for most affected donors, it is not serious and clears up over a few days. This leaflet tells you how to help prevent bruising, and what to do if you bruise after giving blood.

Coping with stress after a major incident

You may find this leaflet helpful if you have been involved in or affected by a traumatic incident. It provides information on how you may feel in the days and months ahead, and helps understand and have more control of your experience. This publication is intended for adults. Please see our publications page for a separate leaflet to assist with children.