Local police are rolling-up their sleeves for the sixth annual Bleed4Blue blood drive helping to boost blood stock levels for the festive season.
Established in 2018 in partnership with the Australian Red Cross Lifeblood, this year’s drive commenced on December 1 and will continue for three months.
As NSW Police Force officers strive to beat last year’s record in donations, Minister for Police and Member for Swansea Yasmin Catley said the challenge was one of the nation’s largest blood drives.
“Police and other first responders understand better than anyone the life-saving power of blood – every day officers see firsthand how vital these donations are,” she said.
“With blood demand at its highest in 12 years, the need is urgent.
“Donating can make a real impact and I encourage everyone to join police in supporting this important cause.”
Last year the NSW Police Force contributed 594 blood donations to the drive, which equates to 1,784 lives saved.
For more information on donating visit https://www.donateblood.com.au/bleed-4-blue.
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