National Blood Service

Giving Blood:

Giving blood is a seriously ‘no sweat’ exercise. Take a rest day to donate, and then you can get straight back into even the most committed new year fitness regime. A routine that feels great – while being kind to money, time and energy levels.

It takes around 1 hour to give blood, it’s easy, you will only feel a small scratch and you will feel amazing knowing you have saved lives in 2024. It even comes with a drink and biscuit. 

Giving Plasma:

You could donate plasma if you are:

• 17-65 years old (if you are over 65 years old you may still be able to donate. Check your eligibility)
• in good general health
• able to travel to a plasma donor centre in Birmingham, Reading, or Twickenham