2023-07-11 10:39:01
(Montreal) Héma-Québec needs more blood donations because of the higher needs of hospitals during the summer vacation period.
Posted at 6:39
The agency announced Tuesday that it will have to collect 500 more weekly donations over the next few weeks. The needs concern all blood groups, more particularly the O Rh positive and Rh negative group.
According to Héma-Québec, the summer climate often leads to a slowdown in making appointments for donations, while the need for blood products remains crucial 365 days a year.
The organization points out that making an appointment is the best way to properly plan a blood donation, but it also claims to be flexible for donors who come without an appointment.
People who have made an appointment but who are faced with a setback are invited to cancel it in order to leave the time slots available for other donors.
In addition to holding blood clinics, Héma-Québec also collects plasma, stem cells, cord blood, human tissues and breast milk.
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