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Missed out on donating blood?

Missed out on donating blood last time? Don’t worry there is another Blood Drive coming up!

Attention UC community! 📢

Exciting news! We’re hosting a Blood Drive at the University of Canterbury on 8 August. Your chance to make a difference is here, and we need your support!

🩸 Why donate blood?

  • Save lives: Just one donation can save up to three lives.
  • Community impact: Your donation directly helps patients in need within our community.
  • Personal fulfilment: Experience the satisfaction of knowing you’re making a tangible difference.

🔍 How to get involved:

  • Review eligibility: Check out the eligibility criteria attached to this email to ensure you can donate.
  • Book your appointment: Use the provided link to schedule your donation slot directly: Book your appointment at the University of Canterbury on 8 August.
  • Spread the word: Share this message with your colleagues and friends to encourage their participation.

👍 Not sure if you’re eligible? Take the basic eligibility quiz here to find out!

📌 Important details:

  • Date: 8 August
  • Location: Undercroft 101, University of Canterbury
  • Time: Book your appointment slot via the provided link (10am-3pm)

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Resources:

Other important information

  • People who lived in the United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland or France for a total period of six months or more between 1980 and 1996 are now able to donate blood or plasma in New Zealand – if they’re in good health and meet our donor eligibility criteria.
  • Find if you are able to donate after travelling out of New Zealand
  • Please remember to eat & drink plenty beforehand – a good-sized meal and drink at least 1.5 litres of water.
  • Please bring your photo ID or donor card. The donor card can be accessed via the NZ Blood Service donor app if you an existing donor. Photo ID is your driver’s licence, passport, etc.

July Blood Drive

📢 Attention UC community! 📢

Exciting news! We’re hosting a Blood Drive at the University of Canterbury on Tuesday, 23 July. Your chance to make a difference is here, and we need your support!

🩸 Why donate blood?

  • Save lives: Just one donation can save up to three lives.
  • Community impact: Your donation directly helps patients in need within our community.
  • Personal fulfilment: Experience the satisfaction of knowing you’re making a tangible difference.

🔍 How to get involved:

  • Review eligibility: Check out the eligibility criteria attached to this email to ensure you can donate.
  • Book your appointment: Use the provided link to schedule your donation slot directly: Book your appointment at the University of Canterbury on May 9th.
  • Spread the word: Share this message with your colleagues and friends to encourage their participation.

👍 Not sure if you’re eligible? Take the basic eligibility quiz here to find out!

📌 Important details:

  • Date: Tuesday, 23 July
  • Location: Undercroft 101, University of Canterbury
  • Time: Book your appointment slot via the provided link (10am-3pm)

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Resources:

Other important information

  • People who lived in the United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland or France for a total period of six months or more between 1980 and 1996 are now able to donate blood or plasma in New Zealand – if they’re in good health and meet our donor eligibility criteria.
  • Find if you are able to donate after travelling out of New Zealand
  • Please remember to eat & drink plenty beforehand – a good-sized meal and drink at least 1.5 litres of water.
  • Please bring your photo ID or donor card. The donor card can be accessed via the NZ Blood Service donor app if you an existing donor. Photo ID is your driver’s licence, passport, etc.

May Blood Drive

📢 Attention UC Community! 📢

Exciting News! We’re hosting a Blood Drive at the University of Canterbury on Thursday, May 9th. Your chance to make a difference is here, and we need your support!

🩸 Why Donate Blood?

  • Save Lives: Just one donation can save up to three lives.
  • Community Impact: Your donation directly helps patients in need within our community.
  • Personal Fulfillment: Experience the satisfaction of knowing you’re making a tangible difference.

🔍 How to Get Involved:

  • Review Eligibility: Check out the eligibility criteria attached to this email to ensure you can donate.
  • Book Your Appointment: Use the provided link to schedule your donation slot directly: Book your appointment at the University of Canterbury on May 9th.
  • Spread the Word: Share this message with your colleagues and friends to encourage their participation.

👍 Not Sure if You’re Eligible? Take the basic eligibility quiz here to find out!

📌 Important Details:

  • Date: Thursday, May 9th
  • Location: Undercroft 101, University of Canterbury
  • Time: Book your appointment slot via the provided link (10am-3pm)

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Resources: