Canadian Blood Services has put out a call for donations following a 25 per cent decline in the national blood inventory since the start of April.
The organization says they are feeling the strain to collect blood, platelets, and plasma following an increase in appointment cancellations and low attendance at donor centres across the country.
They have issued what they’re saying is an “immediate call” for both old and new donors.
They say the low reserve of blood can be replenished before patients are affected, but only if people of all blood types donate in the coming weeks.
The national blood inventory continues to meet patients’ needs, but an increase in donations before Canada Day will ensure there is enough on hand.
Appointments to donate are required, but same-day appointments are available every day at many centres. Donors unable to make their appointment are urged to cancel it and rebook for the following month.
The national blood inventory has declined by 25% since the start of April and the agency has issued an immediate call for new and returning donors to help replenish the blood supply to meet patient needs.
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