Why not start 2026 as you mean to go on by making a New Year’s Resolution to become a regular blood donor. In Gozo there will be four opportunities throughout the month of January to donate.

The National Blood Transfusion Service is once again requesting Gozitans to please show their support to patients in hospital by making the time to donate.

The first donation date is Tuesday, the 6th January.

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

11th January

25th January

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

6th January

20th January

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.

File photo NBTS

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