… Why give? Why give? Be the vital link that keeps Canada’s Lifeline strong. Every day, people in Canada undergo major … specific and crucially important ways. And if you have a rare blood type, your donation ensures lifesaving blood is … away. Giving changes lives—yours included. Donating is a powerful, life-affirming experience that connects you to …

… to factors like recent travel or medication, you may need a brief waiting period before you can donate. Learn what … donors Everything you need to know about donating blood: A guide for first-timers Read story Everything you need to know about donating plasma: A guide for first-timers Read story Continue learning about …

… most frequently asked questions about donating. Here are a few frequently asked questions for first-time donors. If … donation process, we’ll be there to answer them.   What’s on your mind? Before donation Am I eligible to donate?  … How do I book an appointment?  The first step is finding a  donation centre near you . Once you've found a centre, you …

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… new donors in the next five years. As demand in Canada’s healthcare system intensifies, the need for new blood, … has never been greater. Advancements in clinical care and a growing and aging population means the pressure will only … or more. Canadian Blood Services is committed to growing a diverse donor base that can match the ongoing and emerging …

… Iron What is iron? Iron is a mineral that is essential for growth and development. It is … term for low hemoglobin). This is to protect the donor’s health.  In regular blood donors, iron deficiency is the … as male must have a hemoglobin level of at least 130 g/L and donors registered as female must have a hemoglobin …

… of hemochromatosis? How do I treat hemochromatosis? Can a person with hemochromatosis donate blood? How frequently … people with hemochromatosis donate blood? Related FAQs Can a person with hemochromatosis donate blood?  Often, … is a lifelong genetic condition characterized by the body's increased absorption and storage of iron. While the …

… carbon dioxide from) organs and tissues.  Every person has a different personalized range of hemoglobin. To … What causes anemia? How can donating blood become a potential cause of anemia? Related FAQs Related FAQs What …

… Blood Services research and development expertise with a focus on emerging blood safety initiatives Transfusion Blood Abby Wolfe As Canada’s Biological Lifeline , Canadian Blood Services is entrusted … to fulfil that responsibility, and the announcement of a new Surveillance & Discovery Laboratory is another example …