Second delivery from NHS this year
The Irish Blood Transfusion Service is importing a consignment of blood from the UK due to a shortage in supply here.
It's the second time this year a delivery from the NHS has been needed.
410 units are being collected from Manchester today.
The IBTS is appealing for public support to maintain supply over the coming months.
It has been severely impacted by appointments being cancelled due to Covid-19 illnesses, and Storm Barra and the loss of approximately 300 donations.
A 3-day clinic will open in Naas on 28th-30th of December, at Monread Community Centre, Maudlins Avenue.
All clinics are by appointment, only.
To make an appointment at the Naas clinic contact: 1800 731 137
A 2-day donation clinic will take place in Kildare town on the 29th & 30th of December, in the Educate Together National School, on the Melitta Road in the town.
The clinic will operate on appointment basis only, between 3.45pm & 8pm.
To book an appointment call: 1800 222 111
Medical & Scientific Director of the Irish Blood Transfusion Service, Professor Stephen Field joined Ciara Noble on Tuesday afternoon's Kildare Focus:
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