New life-saving test for people with sickle cell
In a world-first, thousands of people with sickle cell will now have access to a new genetic test on the NHS that will provide them with better-matched blood transfusions.
News and information for blood donors
With almost 5,000 donations needed every day, there’s never a shortage of remarkable stories emerging from the world of giving blood – be they from the research lab, the hospital bed, or the donor chair.
The Donor brings those stories to the fore: stories that may inspire you or make you laugh or cry, but should, more than anything, help you to feel proud of the amazing, compassionate, and generous thing you’re doing every time you donate.
Share your news, views and interesting or unusual donor stories by emailing thedonor@nhsbt.nhs.uk