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13 February 2023

News Press release

Blood donors help Finland prepare for major accidents and disasters

At the moment, only 3.5% of Finns donate blood. Blood donors are a key part of disaster preparedness, as they allow the Blood Service to deliver blood products to hospitals.

06 February 2023

Press release Research

Applications invited for Blood Service research grants 2023

Call for applications for grants of the Blood Service Research Fund opens on 6 February 2023. The primary aim of the Fund is to support research related to the current and possible future products…

09 January 2023

Blood donation Press release Professionals Research

75 years of care: Blood Service celebrates its anniversary

Year 2023 marks the 75th anniversary of the start of operations of Finnish Red Cross Blood Service. The systemic collection of blood began in Finland during the war years. Established in 1948, the…

22 November 2022

Press release Research

New tissue typing methods for stem cell and organ transplantation applications

In organ and stem cell transplantation, the compatibility of the tissues between the patient and the donor plays an important role in the success of the transplantation. As part of the research for…

08 November 2022

Blood donation Press release

5 misconceptions stopping people from donating blood

Many people are willing to donate blood but think they are unsuitable donors. For example, medicines to treat hypertension and cholesterol do not prevent anyone from donating blood. The Blood Service…

04 November 2022

Press release

The Blood Service strategy emphasises readiness and regeneration

The Finnish Red Cross Blood Service’s (FRCBS) operating strategy for the coming years emphasises flexible operational readiness, operational reliability and the development of new treatment…

28 October 2022

Blood donation Press release

Markku wanted – looking for real-life supermen to donate blood

More men are needed as blood donors. The Blood Service’s new campaign video highlights real-life supermen. If the number of men donating blood were to rise to the same level as that of women, it…

19 September 2022

Press release Research

Blood Service awards research grants to 10 projects

Funding for cell therapies and research into blood cells and stem cell transplants – the Finnish Red Cross Blood Service has awarded its 2022 research grants.

19 September 2022

Press release Stem Cell Registry

Most compatible stem cell donors are often found geographically close to the patient

World Marrow Donor Day (WMDD) is celebrated globally on 17 September. Blood stem cell transplants are used in the treatment of malignant blood diseases such as leukaemia.

01 September 2022

Blood donation Press release

More than 90% of men who donate blood find it very easy to do

The Blood Service conducted a questionnaire survey to find out about the experiences and views of male blood donors. A large majority of them considered the blood donation process easy. For many, the…

29 August 2022

Blood donation Press release

New blood donors are needed to secure the blood supply

Around 29,000 people donated blood in Finland between June and July, while the target was 2,000 more. Patients have received the blood products required, but there is a desperate need for new donors.

12 July 2022

Blood donation Press release Research

Emergency care tests the use of whole blood

The Finnish Red Cross Blood Service launches a joint study with emergency physicians on the use of a whole blood product in emergency care. The study examines the usability and safety of the whole…