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The NHS needs 3 blood donations every minute to handle emergencies, childbirth, and critical treatments. Our current blood stocks are low, and your donation can save lives. Please book an appointment at one of our city centre locations today.
Getting an appointment to give blood - NHS Blood Donation
You can book an appointment to give blood as soon as you register as a blood donor, but the next convenient appointment might not be straightaway.
Who can give blood - NHS Blood Donation
Find out more about who is eligible to give blood. You should be able to give blood if you are fit and healthy, weigh over 50kg and are between 17 and 65. Men are able to give blood every 12 weeks and women every 16 weeks.
Why give blood - NHS Blood Donation
The blood you give is a lifeline in an emergency and for people who need long-term treatments. Why do we need you to give blood? We need new blood donors from all backgrounds to ensure there is the right blood available for patients who need it.
London Brixton Blood Donor Centre - NHS Blood Donation
You can donate blood at our donor centre in Brixton. If you need to speak to us, please call our donor helpline on 0300 123 23 23.
The donation process - NHS Blood Donation
Giving blood is simple and it saves lives. When you give blood, it is collected so it can be used to treat someone else. For most people, giving blood is easy and follows the simple steps listed below. See our animation which takes you through what happens step by step. Before you give blood. Check you are able to give blood.
Using your online account - NHS Blood Donation
The NHS Give Blood app is the quickest way to browse available appointments, book in real-time and find out what your blood group is. Once you have set up your online account, you can download the app and log in to get started.
Stem cell donation: a guide - NHS Blood Donation
What is the NHS Stem Cell Donor Registry? The NHS Stem Cell Donor Registry is a list of potential stem cell donors. Operated by NHS Blood and Transplant, the Registry can be searched by clinicians across the world looking for life-saving matches for patients in need.
Registering online - NHS Blood Donation
Use our online service to book an appointment to give blood or plasma in England. Create an online account. It’s quick and easy. You can: find out where you can donate and book an appointment; view, change or cancel appointments; update your personal details; view your recent donation history within the last 5 years
Giving blood for the first time - NHS Blood Donation
Find out the next steps to become a blood donor. Tens of thousands of people are doing something amazing by signing up to join our growing community of blood donors - ready to save lives when the NHS needs them. Just 1 hour of your time can help save up to 3 lives.