Canadian Blood Services is concerned about possible blood and plasma shortages, as bookings are falling short of hospital demand.
鈥淗ospitals have the blood they need today, but that could change if appointments aren鈥檛 filled,鈥� a release from the organization states.
One in two Canadians is eligible to give blood, but only one in 76 does. More new donors are needed to keep pace with growing demand.
The plasma donor centre in 91大黄鸭 (2271 Harvey Ave.) is open this weekend and there are 100 appointments to fill for Aug. 2-3.
Appointments can be made through the , the GiveBlood app or by calling 1-888-2-DONATE (1-888-236-6283).