Donate blood around Christmas
During Christmas week, we need more blood donors than usual, as our holiday opening hours are limited to just three days. We still have plenty of available donation times – especially on Boxing Day! 🎄
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News and articles
Blood donors needed to secure blood supply during Christmas
The Finnish Blood Service is currently inviting donors to book appointments in advance for Christmas week, as hospitals need blood products around Christmas and New Year. For blood product…
New version of the Donor app
A new version of the Donor mobile app will be released on Tuesday, 9 December 2025. The update includes, for example, a new Lifesaver badge and the ability to set your own favorite donation…
Doctoral Dissertation: Whole Blood as a Promising Option in Prehospital Care for Bleeding Patients
Sanna Susila’s doctoral research shows that whole blood products can be an effective alternative in prehospital care for patients with severe bleeding.Â
Changes in the Blood Donor Health Questionnaire: Same Questions for Everyone Regardless of Gender
Starting November 24th, the health questionnaire for blood donors will be updated. The question about gender will be removed from the beginning of the questionnaire. From now on, the same questions…