Blood Services calls for urgent donations from eligible donors across multiple blood groups

The Maldives Blood Services (MBS) has issued an urgent appeal for blood donations due to a significant drop in supply at the national blood bank.

In a public announcement shared on social media, MBS stated that blood from multiple groups is critically needed. The groups currently in demand include A+, B+, AB+, O+, B−, and O−.

The service urged as many eligible individuals as possible to donate, noting that the blood bank’s reserves have decreased considerably.

Donations can be made at the MBS Blood Bank in Orange Hiya, Hulhumale' Phase 1, between 08:00 and 20:00, Saturday to Thursday.

Age 18+
Weight: 45 Kg and Above.
Get a minimum 6 hrs sleep before blood donating.
Take a meal at least 1 hr before blood donating. pic.twitter.com/A8tG0MpW0e

— Maldivian Blood Services (@MBS_mv) January 22, 2026

To donate, individuals must be 18 years or older and weigh at least 45 kilograms. MBS also advises donors to get a minimum of six hours of sleep and to eat at least one hour before donating.

“Your donation can save lives,” the service emphasized.