Are you afraid of donating blood? You're not alone.

Welcome to a free event where you can explore the world of blood donation. Experience an audiovisual journey following the path of blood and enjoy live music. For the bravest visitors, there will also be an opportunity to donate blood! The Last Night of Fears in Helsinki Sanomatalo 13 November 2026 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM 🩸

Health questionnaire for blood donors

Please complete the electronic health questionnaire on the day of your appointment or, at the earliest, on the day before.

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Test if you can donate

Take a quick online test to find out whether you can donate blood or stem cells.

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Stem Cell Registry

A stem cell transplant is the last hope for a cure for blood cancer patients. More members are needed.

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Try blood donation

Have you thought about donating blood? It’s a concrete way to help patients and will leave you feeling good. Welcome!

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The Donor App is now available in English

You can see your blood donation information directly in the Donor app. Download it now for free from the app stores!

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Blood donors' free donor info

Biobank

The biobank of blood donors helps to develop treatments for various diseases. You can join the biobank when donating blood.

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Donate blood during working hours

The new Workplace certificate is a concrete way to help patients and demonstrate social responsibility.

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Blood donation eligibility requirements

Read about the basic requirements and most common restrictions for donating blood.

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News and articles

5.11.2026
Article

A serious illness put Jenna’s life on hold, but blood donors helped carry her through treatment

A serious illness made the help of blood donors a very real part of life for 18-year-old Jenna. During her treatment, she needed large amounts of blood products until a suitable stem cell donor was…

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2.11.2026
News

Directorate of the Blood Service appointed

The Board of the Finnish Red Cross has appointed a new Directorate for the Blood Service, effective from 1 November 2026. The Directorate’s term of office is 2027–2029. Three new members will…

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29.10.2026
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Plasma donation expands to six new cities

Towards the end of the year, plasma can be donated not only in Vantaa but also in Helsinki, Tampere, Turku, Espoo, Kuopio and Oulu. The Finnish Red Cross Blood Service is increasing plasma donation…

19.10.2026
Article

A Second Birthday Together: Saara Donated Stem Cells to Save Her Father

When Saara’s father needed a stem cell transplant, Saara refused to let fear take over. After the donation came a long wait, until the successful transplant finally brought relief to the whole…

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Services for professionals

Safe products and services for the benefit of patients.

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Research

Blood Service performs active scientific research. We want to increase biomedical knowledge on our areas of expertise.

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