Giving Blood

• Canadian Blood Services says more donors needed in Halifax ahead of holidays

  Those with an O-negative blood type, also known as a 'universal donor,' are always in high demand, according to Canadian Bood Services.

  Health

  Dec 18, 2022
  
• ‘Supplies are tight’: Canadian Blood Services concerned about current inventory

  The organization set an ambitious goal in June of attracting 100,000 new donors to address its smallest donor base in a decade.

  Canada

  Dec 13, 2022
  
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• Canadian Blood Services making it easier for older donors to give blood

  The changes include dropping a requirement that all first-time donors 61 years of age and older must submit a doctor's letter confirming they are fit to give blood.

  Health

  Jun 14, 2015
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• Urgent appeal in B.C. for blood as supplies hit six-year low

  According to Canadian Blood Services, one in two people in B.C. has a personal connection to someone who needs or has needed blood.

  Oct 1, 2014