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12 May 2022

News

The mask recommendation in blood donation is being lifted

The situation with the coronavirus epidemic has eased throughout the country, and face masks are no longer required in public areas except in special cases. Starting from 12 May, the mask…

29 April 2022

Blood donation News Press release

Opening hours of Blood Service units are expanding with more evening appointments added

Starting in May, it will be easier than ever to book a blood donation appointment as the ten Blood Service units will be open at least until 18:00 on weekdays starting on May 2.

06 April 2022

News Press release

Help from blood donors is needed around the Easter holidays

The help of volunteer blood donors is needed especially around public holidays. The Blood Service units are open on weekdays and on Easter Monday, 18 April.

06 April 2022

News

FRCBS Annual Report for 2021 published

You will find all the key figures and statistics concerning Finnish Red Cross Blood Service and an overview of the most important changes and events that took place last year. Also our strategy and…

11 March 2022

Blood donation News Press release

More than 100,000 persons donated blood in 2021 – despite challenges associated with the coronavirus

In 2021, 113,000 persons registered to donate blood. Whole blood was donated slightly over 185,000 times in total. Nearly 90 blood donation events will be organised during March in different parts of…

24 February 2022

News Press release

Blood donors are set for starring role at the Åbo Svenska Teater on 3 March 2022

The main stage of Åbo Svenska Teater will play host to a blood donation event on Thursday 3 March (12.00-18.00). After a break of a couple of years, the event is now being held for the fifth time.

23 February 2022

News Press release Research

Applications invited for Blood Service research grants 2022

Researchers are now invited to apply for grants from the Blood Service research fund for 2022. The purpose of these grants is to support research related to the Blood Service’s current and future…

04 February 2022

Blood donation News Press release

The five most common questions about donating blood

In 2021, people were interested in the effects of various medicines and vaccinations on blood donation, as well as information on blood donation events in their municipality. These topics came out on…

13 January 2022

News Press release

The epidemic affects blood donation – Book an appointment and help patients

The help of blood donors is needed every weekday, as patients need blood products despite the coronavirus situation. Precautions for blood donation were strengthened in early January. Blood donors…

17 September 2020

Stem Cell Registry Stories

Third time lucky

Roberto first decided to try donating blood during his student days. One of his aims was to overcome his fear of needles, which he successfully did. He also became a stem cell donator.

17 January 2020

Stem Cell Registry Stories

Henry Liukko-Sipi: Heaven and Hell

Almost four years ago, my wife Kirsti and I were sitting with our 18-month-old daughter, Laina, at the children’s clinic of the Helsinki University Hospital, and my heart was aching more than ever.

26 August 2019

Blood donation News Research

Donation interval the single most important factor affecting iron stores in blood donors

The FinDonor 10 000 study by the Blood Service has uncovered new information on the impact of regular donations on blood donors’ iron stores.