England and North Wales
How to prepare yourself to Give Blood
Eat - eat regular meals to help you avoid feeling lightheaded.
Sleep - a good night's sleep will boost wellbeing.
Drink - drink plenty of fluids 24 hours before donating, but avoid alcohol.
Wear - put on loose and comfortable clothing, avoid tight sleeves.
Distract - nervousness is normal, come with a friend or bring along a book or MP3 player so you can relax during your visit.
Know - knowing your medical, body piercing and travel history will save you time.
Find out where to give blood locally
Simply type your postcode into the below search box to find out where to give blood and book an appointment.
You can call us on
0300 123 23 23
View Session Searcher to find your nearest venue.
Alternatively we can call you Minicom 0845 730 0106
Alternatively we can call you Minicom 0845 730 0106
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