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Rockhampton has been asked to provide 25 donors this week as Lifeblood works to replenish blood supplies.
What’s happening? Lifeblood has launched a state-wide appeal for O-type blood donors following the lowest recorded levels since 2023. The call, issued Tuesday 3 June 2025, aims to boost supply before winter illness and donor cancellations further impact reserves. Why it matters “O-type blood is the most in-demand type due to its use in emergencies,” said Belinda Smetioukh. “O negative in particular is a universal type that can be used when a patient’s blood type is unknown.”O positive is equally critical and far more common — making it an accessible way for many Australians to help. Local Impact Rockhampton needs 50 O-type donations this week to meet hospital demand. “Even if you’ve never donated before, it’s an easy way to
Rockhampton has been asked to provide 25 donors this week as Lifeblood works to replenish blood supplies.
What’s happening? Lifeblood has launched a state-wide appeal for O-type blood donors following the lowest recorded levels since 2023. The call, issued Tuesday 3 June 2025, aims to boost supply before winter illness and donor cancellations further impact reserves. Why it matters “O-type blood is the most in-demand type due to its use in emergencies,” said Belinda Smetioukh. “O negative in particular is a universal type that can be used when a patient’s blood type is unknown.”O positive is equally critical and far more common — making it an accessible way for many Australians to help. Local Impact Rockhampton needs
Rockhampton has been asked to provide 25 donors this week as Lifeblood works to replenish blood supplies.
What’s happening? Lifeblood has launched a state-wide appeal for O-type blood donors following the lowest recorded levels since 2023. The call, issued Tuesday 3 June 2025, aims to boost supply before winter illness and donor cancellations further impact reserves. Why it matters “O-type blood is the most in-demand type due to its use in emergencies,” said Belinda Smetioukh. “O negative in particular is a universal type that can be used when a patient’s blood type is unknown.”O positive is equally critical and far more common — making it an accessible way for many Australians to help. Local Impact Rockhampton needs
