The National Blood Transfusion Service said that it wishes all Gozitans a very Happy Easter, and reiterated that it is not only patients with Covid-19 that are in need of care.

Therefore, the Service is calling on those who are healthy, to continue to have courage and please donate at a session on tomorrow, Sunday, the 12th of April, at the Blood Donation Centre in Xewkija, Gozo, between 8:00pm and 1:00pm (last registration until 1:00pm).

The Service said that in light of the Covid-19 outbreak it is important to be reassured that when donating blood “your health will not be put at risk.”

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

Please read coronavirus guidelines before going to donate blood

The Service advised that if anyone has any questions about blood donation in connection with Covid-19 they are invited to call between 8am until 6pm on 80074313 of 79307307 or for more information. As a basic rule, anyone who is in quarantine can not give blood.

The Service reminds everyone that it is important to always take your Identity Card, or Driving License or Maltese Passport and to drink plenty of water beforehand. Also, please encourage others to donate if possible.

To find out if you are eligible to donate blood please see here.

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