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Prof Brendan Murphy AC commences as Chair of Australian Red Cross Lifeblood

Recognised for his leadership as Chief Medical Officer during the Australian Government’s initial national COVID-19 response, Prof Murphy AC brings a wealth of experience to Lifeblood and will also

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Urgent call for blood donors as New Year cancellations threaten blood stocks

Lifeblood has issued an urgent call for blood donors this week after a record number of planned blood donations were cancelled last week, putting pressure on blood supplies.

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6000 blood donors needed as 2024 draws to a close

Australian Red Cross Lifeblood is making a final call for blood donors for 2024, with an extra 860 donations a day still needed across the country this week to maintain supplies for patients.

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Blood donations were crucial to Sebastian’s cancer treatment

For two years, Sebastian relied on blood donors for cancer treatment. Today, he’s a graduate from both the Royal Children’s Hospital and as a Year 12 Dux.

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James Harrison - our favourite Guiness World Record holder

Sure, there are some impressive record holders throughout history, but how many of them can claim to have saved up to 2.4 million babies?

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Shoba was the only stem cell match in the world

It was a simple email that launched Lifeblood nurse, Shoba, on the path to change a stranger’s life.

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I love that feeling of joy from helping someone out; that my blood has made a difference to another person's life.

Jackie, blood donor

It's my way of giving to the community – I don't get much time to volunteer but I can always find time to donate blood.

Nicola, blood donor

It takes me about a day to get back up after a treatment. I feel amazing. It’s probably what feels normal to everyone else, but it feels special to me.

Hayley, plasma recipient

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We’re not the same (and it’s great!). The vital role of diversity among blood donors

Hurstville, New South Wales (NSW) is home to our newest blood donor centre. But why have we chosen to open our doors there? Learn more about how we choose the perfect spots and the role diversity plays in helping find the best blood match for more Aussies.

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The chronic health condition that can help save lives

Haemochromatosis is the most common genetic condition in Australia. The condition causes the body to store dangerously high levels of iron.

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School of Lifeblood

From the shelf-life of a donation to the microscopic molecules that decide our blood type, take a crash course in the science of giving blood and learn about the life-giving power inside all of us.

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