Source: Newcastle Donor Centre
There is no need to spend hours on end shopping for the perfect gift this year– head to your nearest Donor Centre or mobile unit and give blood. After all, it’s the ultimate gift – life!
With every blood donation helping to save three lives, you can give a special gift to those in need of blood or blood products over the holiday period.
According to Michelle Buxton (Nurse Unit Manager of The Newcastle Donor Centre), the need for blood doesn’t take a holiday:
“With fewer collection days due to the holiday breaks we need to ensure there is enough blood for those in need over Christmas.” Ms Buxton said.
“Over the two week festive period, Australia needs 42,000 blood donations to meet the demand for blood in hospitals around the country.”
