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Would you give a kidney, rather than your heart, this Valentine's Day?
A new campaign launched today by NHS Blood and Transplant and partner charity, Give a Kidney, calls on people across the UK to consider transforming lives by donating a kidney to someone in need, be they a stranger, friend or loved one.

Parents share heartfelt letter honouring baby son who gave life through organ donation
THE parents of a Kenyan-American baby boy who became the UK`s youngest lung donor have written a heartfelt letter honouring their son and sharing their experience as parents of an organ donor.

Change to NHSBT pricing of products in 2017/18 and introduction of universal screening for Hepatitis E
Due to a prolonged drop in demand for blood and a need to invest in IT systems which should unlock future efficiencies, NHSBT is having to increase the price of blood charged to hospitals.

Lord Jonathan Oates appointed as a non-executive director to NHS Blood and Transplant
NHS Blood and Transplant is pleased to announce the appointment of Lord Jonathan Oates as a non-executive director for 3 years from 1 March 2017.

Faffing can be fatal, loafing can be lethal
Public urged: What are you waiting for - take a few minutes this Christmas to join the NHS Organ Donor Register
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