The National Blood Transfusion Service is once again requesting Gozitans to please show their support to patients in hospital by donating blood in Gozo. This can be done on one of the five dates in June that are shown below. the first one being on Sunday, the 1st.

The National Blood Transfusion Service also appealed for help to keep the blood supply stable by committing to becoming a regular donor.

The NBTS advised that is has updated the donor eligibility guidelines removing restrictions on a number of medications. For more information on donor eligibility please call on 22066201 or 79307307 or on free phone 80074313.

Donations can be made at the District Health Centre in Xewkija, located in Triq tall- Hamrija, between the Primary School and the Bocci Club:

Sundays – 8am-1pm, last registration 1:00pm

1st June

15th June

29th June

Tuesdays – 1pm-5pm, last registration 5:00pm

10th June

29th June

Important notes from the National Blood Transfusion Service

• Bring your Maltese ID Card, driving licence or passport.

• Drink some water before your donation and have a light snack, not a heavy meal.

• Wear loose fitting clothes/sleeves.

Photo NBTS

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