Why Should I Donate Blood?
More than 30,000 patients in Singapore rely on a safe and steady blood supply each year. To meet this need, about 400 units of blood are required daily, adding up to around 130,000 units annually.
Haze Advisory to all blood donors, with effect from 22 October 2026: The same donor groups (those above 60, first-time donors, and people with respiratory or heart conditions) are advised not to donate when the 1-hour PM2.5 reading for the region reaches Band 3 (High) or higher.
Eligible donors not in these groups and who feel well are encouraged to donate.
Your Blood Saves Lives
Blood is needed to save lives in times of emergencies and to sustain the lives of those with medical conditions, like leukemia, thalassemia, and bleeding disorders, as well as patients who are undergoing major surgeries.
With an ageing population, more advanced life-saving medical procedures, and new hospitals being established, more blood will be needed every year.
For many patients, blood donors are their lifeline. One unit of blood can save three lives!
The Big Blood Picture 2025
The average adult has 4 to 5 litres of blood.
During a donation, only 350 to 450 ml of blood is drawn, which is about 8% to 12% of your blood volume (depending on your weight).
Whole blood donations collect the blood with all its components, while apheresis donations collect specific blood components such as plasma or platelets. View the Big Blood Picture 2025.
Hear From Our Blood Beneficiaries
After 5 long months in the hospital, I got to stand by my wife’s side, to listen to our baby’s heartbeat, and to see her tiny movements on the screen. Your one decision to donate blood gave me the greatest milestone of my life: the chance to be a present father.
Lim Wen Ming
Blood Beneficiary
My water bottle is a symbol of how far I’ve come. Before my liver transplant, it was to ensure I didn’t exceed 1L of fluids a day. Today, it represents my independence — my companion on long walks, outdoor adventures, and trips abroad with my family.
Mr Ganeson S/O Packrisamy
Blood Beneficiary
During chemotherapy, my plushies helped me cope with the heavy medications. They took care of my mental health, and blood donors gave me back my future. I managed to complete my thesis, graduate from university, witness my brother proposing to the love of his life, and see my friends move into their new homes.
Tong Xuan
Blood Beneficiary
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Donate Blood Today
Make a blood donation at any of the blood banks or community drives near you!
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