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Vital reads

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Giving life is vital... and so are these top reads and fun facts from behind the scenes, to keep front of mind.

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Jonno's 250 sessions in the chair

Jonno’s journey as a Lifeblood donor started in an unorthodox manner.

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Your Top Questions, Answered

Whether you're planning a donation or simply curious, we’ve rounded up the most common questions and answers.

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The need for blood can sometimes be dramatic. Sometimes the stories of people who’ve needed your life saving blood donations unfold like the plotline of a TV drama series.

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How blood donors rescued Heather

When cancer treatment pushed Heather's body to its limits, blood donors became her rescue.

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Become a Lifeblood scientist these school holidays

Discover the amazing world of blood types with a simple experiment you can try at home.

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How you and your pet can become ultimate lifesavers

A behind-the-scenes look at how compassion crosses species boundaries, and how you (and your furry best friend) can both save lives.

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New research suggests tens of thousands of Australians could be missing out on paid leave to donate blood

A new survey by Australian Red Cross Lifeblood has found just one in eight employees know if they can donate blood or plasma on work time – suggesting tens of thousands could be missing out o

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Lifeblood expands Queensland donation network as Greenslopes donor centre officially opens

Queensland’s blood and plasma supplies are set to grow by 14,000 donations a year thanks to Australian Red Cross Lifeblood’s newest donor centre in Greenslopes.

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Lifeblood to lead national stem cell donation service

Australian Red Cross Lifeblood says a decision by the Australian Government for Lifeblood to lead Australia’s national stem cell donation service will further strengthen donor recruitment and help more patients who need a stem cell transplant.

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Jonno's 250 sessions in the chair

Jonno’s journey as a Lifeblood donor started in an unorthodox manner.

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How blood donors rescued Heather

When cancer treatment pushed Heather's body to its limits, blood donors became her rescue.

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Steph was expecting a baby. She wasn’t expecting this.

As Steph prepared to have her baby, she expected a day she’d remember forever, just not like this.

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Become a Lifeblood scientist these school holidays

Discover the amazing world of blood types with a simple experiment you can try at home.

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Malaria: How data drives our decision making

Every change to blood donation rules starts with the same question: can we improve donors’ experience, while keeping the blood supply safe?

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Malaria: The story of a tiny parasite with a big impact

Malaria is a disease of global significance, usually spread through the bite of an infected mosquito.

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