Coronavirus updates

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Donor centres
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Limited shelf life
Donated blood only lasts 42 days.
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Blood
Your blood can genuinely save lives. With three blood donations needed every minute, book a donation today.
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No confirmed reports
There are no confirmed reports of coronavirus being transmitted by blood transfusion anywhere in the world.

Frequently asked questions

Check out answers to these frequently asked questions, from eligibility to the safety of our blood supply.

Safety of Australia’s blood supply

Find out how Lifeblood is ensuring Australia's blood supply remains one of the safest and reliable in the world.

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Eligibility and COVID-19

Find out if you can donate blood when it comes to COVID-19, and how we can keep each other safe.

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COVID-19 vaccine

Have you just had your COVID-19 vaccine? Find out why you'll need to wait 3 days to donate.

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