Gozitans are being asked to please show their support to patients in hospital by making the time to donate on any of the four dates available in October.
The National Blood Transfusion Service also appealed for help to keep the blood supply stable by committing to becoming a regular donor.
The first donation date is Sunday, the 4th of October.
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
4th October
18th October
Tuesdays – 1pm-5pm, last registration 5:00pm
13th October
27th October
Important notes from the National Blood Transfusion Service
• Bring your ID Card or Residence 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