(Montreal) Héma-Québec needs more blood donations because of the higher needs of hospitals during the summer vacation period.
The agency announced Tuesday that it will have to collect 500 more weekly donations over the next few weeks. The needs concern all blood groups, more particularly the O Rh positive and Rh negative group.
According to Héma-Québec, the summer climate often leads to a slowdown in making appointments for donations, while the need for blood products remains crucial 365 days a year.
The organization points out that making an appointment is the best way to properly plan a blood donation, but it also claims to be flexible for donors who come without an appointment.
People who have made an appointment but who are faced with a setback are invited to cancel it in order to leave the time slots available for other donors.
In addition to holding blood clinics, Héma-Québec also collects plasma, stem cells, cord blood, human tissues and breast milk.