We’re Waiting for Blood Donors This Thursday
Despite the advances in medicine, no substance has yet been developed that can fully replace human blood. On Thursday (April 17), a special blood donation bus from the Regional Blood Donation and Blood Treatment Center in Bydgoszcz will be stationed in Teatralny Square, in front of the Marshal’s Office building in Toruń. This campaign is repeated every third Thursday of the month.
“Your blood can save someone’s health or life. I urge everyone who is able to donate to take part in our campaign,” says Marshal Piotr Całbecki.
Who can become a donor?
Blood can be donated by healthy adults up to 65 years of age who are free from any signs of infection and weigh at least 50 kilograms. Donors must bring a photo ID with their PESEL number.
Before donating blood, it’s recommended to drink about 2 liters of fluids (mineral water, juices) within 24 hours, be well-rested, eat a light meal, avoid animal fats if possible, limit smoking and avoid alcohol (even the day before donation).
Donating blood is safe – only disposable equipment is used, so there is no risk of infection from blood-borne viruses. The process begins with filling out a questionnaire, registration, a blood sample, and a medical examination. The actual donation takes about 5–10 minutes (usually 450 ml of whole blood), followed by a 15-minute rest period. Afterwards, donors receive a small nutritional equivalent (typically chocolate and juice).
The Regional Blood Donation Center’s ambulance will be parked in front of the Marshal’s Office on Thursday, April 17. The team will be available from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
Upcoming blood donation dates at the Marshal’s Office square in 2025:
- May 15
- July 17
- August 21
- September 18
- October 16
- November 20
- December 18
According to the Statistical Office in Bydgoszcz, the Kujawsko-Pomorskie Region has over 33,000 honorary blood donors – nearly 2% of the region’s population.
Blood Donation Campaign in Numbers:
- Over 33,000 honorary blood donors in the Kujawsko-Pomorskie Region
- The blood donation bus from the Regional Blood Donation Center in Bydgoszcz comes every third Thursday of the month
- Blood can be donated between 1:00 PM and 5:00 PM
- Eligible donors are adults up to 65 years old, healthy, and weighing at least 50 kg
- Blood donation takes about 5–10 minutes (usually 450 ml of whole blood is collected)
Beata Krzemińska
Spokesperson of the Marshal’s Office
April 15, 2025