The National Blood Transfusion Service expressed its sincere gratitude to the 61 people who called to donate blood in Gozo last Sunday.

The Service said that there will also be a session on Tuesday, the 30th of November, from 1pm to 5pm (last registrations until 5pm) at the Centre in Xewkija, and encourages those who are able to please attend

If Tuesday is not possible, then there will be another opportunity to donate on Sunday, the 5th of December – from 8am to 1pm (last registration until 1pm).

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

The Service reminds everyone that it is very 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.

Important notes

Those who have undergone the swab test, whether routine or due to travel, are asked to wait until a negative Covid-19 test result is given

It is recommended to follow the advice of the health authorities and take the Covid-19 vaccine, or seasonal flu vaccine.

In this case, they must wait 7 days after receiving the vaccine before going to donate blood. If in the first 48 hours after vaccination, one does not have a fever or flu symptoms, then donations may be allowed to be made earlier at the discretion of the Service doctors.

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

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