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Who can give blood?

As long as you are fit and healthy, you should be able to give blood. Check if you meet the requirements to donate.

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Want to donate for the first time?

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

Giving blood for the first time

Give someone with cancer a lifeline

People with cancer may need transfusions or red blood cells, plasma, platelets or even a stem cell transplant. Your donation could help save a life.

Helping people with cancer

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Getting an appointment to give blood

Find out how our appointment system works and discover tips on finding an appointment.

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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.