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LIFEBLOOD has thanked the Torquay community for what it described as another successful visit to the coastal town earlier this month.<\/p>\n

The organisation’s mobile blood donor centre collected more than 150 donations between February 10 and February 14.<\/p>\n

Surf Coast Shire councillor Liz Pattison was among the donors, and said it was wonderful to have the opportunity to donate so close to home.<\/p>\n

“I have been donating for many years after initially being invited to give it a go by a school friend.”<\/p>\n

“I continue to donate because it’s fun, especially when you bring your friends. Donating is easy to do, and it feels good to give back to those in need.” Liz said.<\/p>\n

Cr Pattison encouraged people who’ve never donated to consider giving it a go.<\/p>\n

“The experience is lovely, with friendly and knowledgeable staff. It really helps people in community,” she said.<\/p>\n

Cancer treatment, emergency surgery, road trauma and bleeding during childbirth are some of the most common uses for donated blood in Australia.<\/p>\n

Every week Lifeblood needs 33,000 blood and plasma donations around the nation to meet patient needs. Each donation can save up to three lives.<\/p>\n

Lifeblood spokesperson Emily Granland said you never know when you or someone you love may require blood.<\/p>\n

“We rely on the ongoing kindness of the community to donate to meet the nation’s growing patient demand.<\/p>\n

“Blood can be donated once every 12 weeks. That equals four donations a year and totals just four hours of time. It is a small sacrifice for a life-changing impact.”<\/p>\n

The mobile blood donor centre will return to Torquay from May 26 to May 30. Existing and new donors are welcome.<\/p>\n

To book a donation, phone 13 14 95 or book online at lifeblood.com.au or on the DonateBlood app.<\/p>\n

There is also a Lifeblood centre in Geelong that collects blood, plasma and platelet donations. This centre is located at 237-243 Ryrie Street and is open seven days a week.<\/p>\n

For more information about donating blood, head to lifeblood.com.au<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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