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We urgently need more blood donations through the summer to support the NHS

Appointments are available at our donor centres. Please check availability and book to donate as soon as possible.

Coronavirus update

Giving blood is as safe as it's always been. Read the latest advice before coming to donate, including what to do if you've had the COVID-19 vaccine.

Advice for donors

More people now able to give blood

The questions we ask before you give blood have changed. More people could be eligible to donate blood based on their health, travel and sexual behaviour.

What has changed?

Become a blood donor

If you are completely new to blood donation

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Already a blood donor?

Sign up for an online account to manage appointments

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Donation highlights

United by Blood

United by Blood are appealing for Black blood donors in memory of Evan Nathan Smith, a young Black man who had sickle cell disease and died following a sickle cell crisis.

About the campaign

We need Black donors

There is currently high demand for rare blood types that are more common in people of Black heritage. Join the rare donor community by registering today.

Find out more

Plasma donation begins

People have started donating plasma for use in medicines for the first time in more than 20 years.

About plasma for medicines

Want to donate for the first time?

We always need new donors. Let us take you through the steps to becoming a donor and the process of getting that first appointment booked.

Your steps to donation

Explore being a donor

Who can give blood?

Most people can give blood if they are fit and healthy, but there are some rules for donors.

Get the NHSGiveBlood app

Once you've got an account, download our app to book and manage your appointments.

Contact us

If you've got a question, get in touch. You can do this here online or by calling 0300 123 23 23.