There is an urgent call for blood donations due to a ”critical shortage” of type A Positive which is needed now by hospitals. Those in Gozo can donate their blood tomorrow at the Xewkija clinic.

The National Blood Transfusion Service advised that the most common blood group in the Maltese population is A positive. ”This means that this is the blood group most likely to be required by patients.” However it reminded donors that ”A negative units can also be given to A positive recipients.”

It said need for blood is constant and the Blood Donation Service urged Gozitans to please keep attending blood donation sessions.

This is in order to help the patients in need get the necessary blood in a timely manner and to ensure a stable blood supply.

The NBTS also 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.

The next session in Gozo will be Sunday, the 11th of July, from 8am until 1pm, at the Xewkija Community Clinic.

“Your cooperation and generosity are greatly appreciated as always,” the Service said.

The centre is located at the Xewkija Community Clinic, in Triq tall- Hamrija, between the Primary School and the Bocci Club.

Important notes from the National Blood Transfusion Service

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

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

• Wear loose fitting clothes/sleeves.

Photo: NBTS

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