In Aragon 200 bags of blood and plasma are needed every day. And listen to this fact, In traffic accidents up to 30 are necessary bags of blood to treat the wounded. This makes the role of the Aragon Blood and Tissue Bank essential.
But for the Blood Bank to continue its work, it needs the collaboration of all Aragonese. In 2023, 42,500 donations were recorded. And it is estimated that this year, blood donations are increasing by 4%. In addition, by donating blood you can also take advantage of the opportunity to register as a bone marrow donor.
Blood transfusions are necessary to help victims of traffic accidents, but they are also needed in many operations, treatment of illnesses or even births. August is a month of high need due to travel and the possibility of accidents.
Why August? The managing director of the Aragon Blood and Tissue Bank, Rosa Plantagenet, explained it to us: “Blood is always needed. But this month, we have a high risk of more accidents, and that donors, by changing their habits and customs a little and going on holiday, may not be at the donation site on the day it is due. That is why we make these calls and these reminders, so that even if they go on holiday they do not forget to donate. They are absolutely essential for healthcare, donors are essential for healthcare, if there is no blood, healthcare would stop.”
So, if you want to do your bit, These are the dates and places where you can donate blood during the month of August in the province of Teruel. On August 6 in Cantavieja, on August 8 in Mosqueruela, on August 22 in Albarracín and on August 27 in La Puebla de Valverde. In all of them the hours will be from 18:00 to 21:00. In addition, in Teruel you can donate, at the Obispo Polanco hospital, on August 13 and 29 from 17:00 to 21:00.
