HealthPublished: 17 July 2026 at 18:36
Blood supplies drop in summer; donors urged to give blood even on vacation
The State Blood Donor Center reports a decrease in donor activity during summer vacations, leading to shortages of several blood groups.
Blood donation activity typically declines during the summer months as many donors go on vacation. Currently, the State Blood Donor Center is facing a shortage of several blood groups. The center appeals to anyone who is able and willing to donate blood to take just 15 minutes to do so, even while on holiday. Donor response is crucial to maintain adequate blood supplies for hospitals.
