The IBTS has said there is just three days' supply of some blood groups. Photo: Getty ImagesThe Irish Blood Transfusion Service (IBTS) has called for people to consider giving blood as a New Year’s resolution for 2026, with stocks running low. The IBTS said there is a need for all blood groups, particularly A,B and O negative. IBTS director of donor services and logistics Paul McKinney said supplies of those blood groups are “very low” at around just three days’ supply. Just 3pc of the eligible population in Ireland give blood, providing the national blood supply for the entire country.

Source: Irish Independent January 08, 2026 03:55 UTC