BHB Urges Public To Donate Blood
Ahead of World Blood Donor Day on Sunday [June 14], Bermuda Hospitals Board’s Blood Donor Centre is appealing to the public to become blood donors.
BHB Chief of Pathology and consultant haematologist Dr Eyitayo Fakunle said: “World Blood Donor Day 2026 is a reminder that something as simple as donating blood can mean everything to someone else. This year’s theme, ‘One Drop of Humanity. Give Blood. Save Lives.’ speaks to the kindness and compassion shown by ordinary people who choose to help others through blood donation.”
“Blood donation is not only important during times of crisis or disaster. Hospitals need blood every single day. Regular, voluntary donors help ensure that safe blood is always available when patients need it most.”
Minister of Health Kim Wilson praised participants in the annual Corporate Blood Drive competition, who helped replenish the blood supply throughout the past year, saying: “I commend the contribution made by [winner] Conduit Re and extend my appreciation to all 21 companies that participated in this year’s Corporate Blood Drive. Your collective efforts have played a vital role in maintaining Bermuda’s blood supply and supporting the patients who depend on it. Each donation represents a meaningful act of service to our community, and I am grateful to every employee who chose to give.”
Dr Fakunle added: “As we mark World Blood Donor Day, we encourage everyone who can to consider becoming a regular blood donor and to encourage family and friends to do the same. This strengthens our blood services, ensuring that safe blood remains accessible to every patient who depends on it.
“To us, each of our donors is a hero and we thank them all. Their kindness, generosity and willingness to give truly make a difference. One drop really can save lives.”
Why donate?
- “Blood donation is a safe, comfortable and highly effective way to help treat many different medical conditions and save lives.
- “All donated blood and blood products are used in Bermuda, and in Bermuda 100% of our blood is from voluntary donations from residents. This is how we look out for each other!
- “Blood donation takes about half an hour.
- “Donations made now can replenish low supplies and prepare the hospital for upcoming needs, so it is there for emergencies as well as planned treatments.
- “You can relax while you donate! We have comfortable blood donation chairs with a specially warmed blanket, and we’ll serve you refreshments and cookies at the end.
Join Us and Save Lives
“We encourage you to:
- “Book an appointment by calling 236-5067, WhatsApp 533-9553 or email blood.donor@bhb.bm.
- “Donate as a group [if you prefer]. The Bermuda Is Love community activist group organises a blood drive every month and would love you to join them. Visit bermudaislove.com for dates and to register. Or you can organise your own group and make it a fun event.
- “Spread the word. You may inspire someone else to donate.
“If you’re healthy, over 18 [or 17 with parental consent] and meet general donation guidelines, you could be someone’s hero. Check out the blood donation criteria at bermudahospitals.bm/be-a-donor/.”
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