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Ever wondered why you have to wait to donate after getting a tattoo? Or how long after giving blood you can get a vaccine? Thankfully, our clinical experts are on hand with the answers.

Plasma contains antibodies which fight infection. These antibodies are made into medicines, known as immunoglobulins, to help people with cancers, immune disorders and other conditions.

Solome Mealin, 41, has sickle cell disorder and receives red cell exchanges every five weeks at St James’ hospital in Leeds. The mum of three has eight units of blood each time.

Joan Kruszynski 70th donation led to her life-saving treatment.

How a grandmother, daughter and grandson made a special donation together.

In May 2019, eight-year-old Charlie Golden was hit by a car right outside his house. For 72 hours, Charlie’s life hung in the balance.

This winter, NHS Blood and Transplant is asking donors to show more of the inspirational community spirit they displayed during the COVID-19 pandemic by continuing to save and improve people’s lives during the demanding festive period.

It’s common for people to have questions about blood donation. Thankfully, our clinical experts are on hand with the answers.

While most donated blood is used clinically, your donation could also be used to save lives in less direct ways, such as the training of police sniffer dogs.

Seventy-five years ago, on the 26th September 1946, the Ministry of Health took control of Britain’s blood banks, launching the National Blood Transfusion Service.