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In response to the global shortage of blood donations due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Saath Youth partnered with Red Cross Australia for the 2021 Saath Youth Blood Drive .  

 

 

Taking place across 2 weeks starting on 12th April 2021, Saath Members will have the opportunity to give to those most vulnerable in our community by donating blood and plasma in staggered groups of 5 at the Red Cross Liverpool Lifeblood Centre.

 

This year we've increased the number of plasma donations to ensure that we accommodate for our volunteers that are unable to donate whole blood. If you have low levels of iron or haemoglobin, you may still be eligible for a plasma donation. However, as it operates on a case by case basis, please call and check with the Red Cross Health Experts on the number stated below. 

 

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where will my blood go?

After collection and processing, donations are shipped directly to hospitals in NSW. There, donations are used in transfusions for patients with serious traumatic injuries, cancer, chronic illnesses, anaemia, blood disorders and many more. Plasma transfusions are used specifically in patients facing liver failure, severe infections and serious burns.

WHAT WILL THE DONATION PROCESS LOOK LIKE?

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  1. Assess if you meet the eligibility criteria

  2. Fill out the Saath Blood Drive EOI Form

  3. Fill out the Red Cross Enrolment Form (if you have NOT donated before)

     

  4. Attend your allocated blood donation time slot 

  5. Once the donation has been collected, you will be provided with snacks or refreshments

HOW DO I KNOW IF IM ELIGIBLE TO DONATE?

Generally, blood donors must be: in good health, be aged 17 or over, weigh over 49kg and not have donated blood in the last 56 days.

 

For a detailed list of eligibility criteria please call 13 45 95 to speak to a health expert or visit:

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