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14 June 2026

Donors saved Naomi's life on World Blood Donor Day

Little Ivy Plenderleith celebrates her first birthday on World Blood Donor Day - the day blood donors saved mum Naomi’s life.

14 June 2026

Happy World Blood Donor Day!

Every year on 14th June, countries across the world celebrate World Blood Donor Day.

We spoke with Izhar Khan, Consultant Nephrologist at NHS Grampian who explained why blood, platelets and plasma are so important for his patients.

Scotland's donor heroes meet people they have helped to save

We are pleased to announce our new process for blood and plasma donors requiring a Malaria Antibody Test (MAT)

Workplace Heroes: Teams roll up their sleeves to Give Blood across Edinburgh

Donor David Edes took in his 71st birthday this week by giving blood at Inverness Donor Centre.

Every year on June 14, the world comes together to celebrate World Blood Donor Day, a tribute to the heroes who donate blood and save lives every single day.

At just 39, Nurse of the Year nominee Rachael Nixon is fighting for her life.

After an emergency delivery, Baby Ailsa needed two blood transfusions.

Current blood stock levels across Scotland Sunday 21 June

We aim to retain 6 days of stocks at any time in order to meet the requirements of patients in Scotland.

Learn more about blood types