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Blood Transfusion Clinics Being Held Across The Midlands Today

Thursday, 16 January 2025 11:58

The Irish Blood Transfusion Service is encouraging people to attend.

The Irish Blood Transfusion Service is calling for people across the Midlands to drop by their local clinics today.

Westmeath donors can attend the Castle Varagh Hotel in Castlepollard this afternoon from 3:45pm until 8pm.

While in Laois, a clinic open in St Patrick's National School in Mountmellick from 4.30pm until 8.40pm.

Scoil Bride in Rathdowney will host a blood drive on Tuesday with another taking place at the Castle Arms Hotel in Durrow on Wednesday

All clinics are operating an appointment only policy, with those eligible urged to contact the service and book as soon as possible.

North East Area Manager for the Irish Blood Transfusion Service Iosif Korpas says overall reserves are low:

You can ring the Irish Blood Transfusion Service to book an appointment at 1800 222 111

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