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Blood supplies plunge 60% to their lowest level in a decade as Lifeblood issues critical call for 16,000 donors (www.lifeblood.com.au)
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Supply levels Australia-wide, updated at 6:00am (AEDT), 13 October 2026:

You can see the latest levels here: https://www.lifeblood.com.au/donors/blood-plasma-platelets/blood-supply-levels

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[-] Nath@aussie.zone 6 points 1 week ago

That's no longer a deal-breaker. They ask if you've had multiple partners in the last 3 months, or taking prep treatment.

Even then, I'm not sure that would stop you (not sure what the policy is), that's simply what they ask.

It's probably worth calling and asking if you do want to donate.

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