There are desperate calls for Aussies to donate blood over the New Year's period, with 1600 donations needed every day over the next five days. DETAILS: 9News
She said the 8000 blood donors needed could potentially help nearly 24,000 Australian patients relying on blood products.
"Donating blood takes about an hour, but it's a gift that will make a real difference to a patient's life," Stone said. She said Aussies had rallied to donate blood in the lead up to Christmas, calling on them to do the same this New Year's period. The blood service is estimating Victoria will need an extra 600 donors each day until January 2, while NSW will need an extra 550.READ MORE:
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