This Sunday, there will be a blood donation session in Gozo. Currently there is an urgent need for O Positive Blood and donors are requested to answer this call.
The National Blood Transfusion Service said that a single pint of blood can save up to three lives, ”making your simple donation a true act of everyday heroism.”
The Service urged Gozitans to please keep attending blood donation sessions 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, or visit the website [1]
The next session in Gozo will be on Sunday, the 15th of November , 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