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Irish Blood Transfusion Service Launches Urgent Appeal For Donors.

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There's currently 3 days worth of stock across the main groups - around half of the usual levels.

Hospitals may have to start cancelling surgeries if there isn't an increase in people giving blood over the coming weeks.

The Irish Blood Transfusion Service says there's currently 3 days of stock - compared to the usual 7 days' worth.

It's asking donors to book appointments to give blood to help get supplies back to normal levels.

Operations director with the IBTS, Barry Doyle, hopes hospitals won't have to cancel procedures:

Barry Doyle says it's crucial people come forward

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