B.C. blood banks need 1,500 more donations by the end of the week to keep up with demand, according to the Canadian Blood Services.
Associate Director of Donor Relations Gayle Voyer said they often see a shortage of blood in the first week of the year, as people are less likely to donate over the holidays and sometimes cancel appointments last minute.
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