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Many people are willing to donate blood but think they are unsuitable donors. For example, medicines to treat hypertension and cholesterol do not prevent anyone from donating blood. The Blood Service…

The Finnish Red Cross Blood Service’s (FRCBS) operating strategy for the coming years emphasises flexible operational readiness, operational reliability and the development of new treatment…

More men are needed as blood donors. The Blood Service’s new campaign video highlights real-life supermen. If the number of men donating blood were to rise to the same level as that of women, it…

Funding for cell therapies and research into blood cells and stem cell transplants – the Finnish Red Cross Blood Service has awarded its 2022 research grants.

World Marrow Donor Day (WMDD) is celebrated globally on 17 September. Blood stem cell transplants are used in the treatment of malignant blood diseases such as leukaemia.

The Blood Service conducted a questionnaire survey to find out about the experiences and views of male blood donors. A large majority of them considered the blood donation process easy. For many, the…

Around 29,000 people donated blood in Finland between June and July, while the target was 2,000 more. Patients have received the blood products required, but there is a desperate need for new donors.

The Finnish Red Cross Blood Service launches a joint study with emergency physicians on the use of a whole blood product in emergency care. The study examines the usability and safety of the whole…

In summertime, blood donors are encouraged to take a few important matters into account. Remember to stay hydrated when enjoying the hot weather. In the summer, you can donate blood near your summer…

Hartela built flexibly adaptable premises compliant with modern needs for the Finnish Red Cross Blood Service, located in the district of Vehkala in Vantaa.

Blood donors play an invaluable role in terms of the reliability of society. This week’s blood donors will also help to save patients next week.

​ Monkeypox infections have been reported in several European countries and the first cases have also been found in Finland. No cases of monkeypox obtained by blood transfusions have been…