I finally took the plunge and signed up to give blood.
 
It’s something I’ve been meaning to do for a long time. I’ve always known I have a rare blood type. Recently, after reading articles about how vital blood donations are for hospitals and emergency responders, I decided it was time to act.
 
My blood type is RH O negative, often called the “universal blood type” because people of any blood type can receive it. This makes it critically important in emergencies, especially when a patient’s blood type is unknown. Air ambulances and emergency response vehicles rely on O negative blood to save lives, yet collecting enough of it is a constant challenge for the NHS.
 
After your first visit, completing a short questionnaire and chatting with the brilliant nursing team, the process itself takes just 15 minutes. If you have a fast blood flow like mine, the actual donation can take less than seven!
 
So, if you’ve ever thought about donating but haven’t quite got around to it… consider this your sign.


🩸 Why not sign up today? You could literally help save someone’s life.


https://www.blood.co.uk/

Sylvia Atkinson, Commercial Director donating blood