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<p>NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) is a joint England and Wales Special Health Authority.
Its remit includes the provision of a reliable, efficient supply of blood and associated
services to the National Health Service in England and North Wales.</p><p> </p><p>
</p><p> </p><p>Although blood stocks are currently in a healthy position, there is
always a need for new donors to fill the gaps left by existing donors who are no longer
able to give blood- to ensure that we have the right mix of blood groups to match
patients’ needs. NHSBT co-ordinates local and national awareness campaigns, such as
the recent ‘Missing Type’ campaign, which are intended to motivate thousands of people
to start donating blood.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>NHSBT’s campaigns and awareness
activities are directed towards encouraging all eligible donors to donate blood.</p><p>
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