The Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service is marking World Blood Donor Day 2021 by introducing new, fairer, ways of working out who can give blood.
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I’ve had my Covid-19 vaccine. Can I give blood?
Covid-19: Advice for donors
New eligibility criteria
I’ve had my Covid-19 vaccine. Can I give blood?
In most cases, you can make an appointment to give blood eight days after your Covid-19 vaccination.
Find out moreCovid-19: Advice for donors
Our live document sets out our most up-to-date advice for donors, including your eligibility to donate
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Blood Donor 24
Blood Donor 24 is a team of emergency response donors who pledge to give blood within 24 hours.
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Patients across Scotland rely on platelets, including people with cancer and leukaemia .
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Knowing your blood group is important. You can see your blood type on your donor card, or simply ask next time you give blood.
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