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Have you thought about giving blood?

January 6, 2020

We are supporting the NHS New Year appeal for more men to start donating blood in Sandwell and West Birmingham.

Over the last 12 months, 1,699 people started donating blood in Sandwell and 7,416 in Birmingham – their donations will save and improve lives. However there is a national shortage of new male donors. Only 43 per cent of England’s blood donors are now male. It’s vital more men start giving blood to get the balance right.

Men are particularly important donors for two reasons. Men can donate more often because they have higher iron levels. Men’s blood can be used in more ways – some of them are extraordinary. For example, only men’s blood is used for complete blood transfusions in newborn babies.

Giving blood saves lives. The blood you give is a lifeline in an emergency and for people who need long-term treatments. Many people would not be alive today if donors had not generously given their blood.

Please see below to find out where your nearest blood donation site is relative to our hospitals:

  • Sandwell Hospital – Nearest location West Bromwich Town Hall, High Street, West Bromwich, B70 8DT
  • Rowley Regis Hospital – Nearest location Black Heath Coronation Social Club, George Avenue, Rowley Regis, B65 9BD
  • City Hospital – Nearest location Birmingham Donor Centre, 65 New Street Birmingham B2 4DU

To find your nearest donation site and for more information visit https://www.blood.co.uk/