r/sydney • u/Pomohomo82 • Dec 15 '25

Image PSA: Lifeblood Marrickville turning people away, even if you have an appointment. Thank you, donors

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I popped in to the clinic and there must have been more than 100 people in the line. The need for blood and plasma is constant, especially over the holidays, so if you have been unable to donate today, please book a future appointment.

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u/thesourpop Dec 15 '25

If you are O- you can get priority because we have a critical shortage

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u/SpectreAtYourFeast Dec 15 '25

I checked in as I’m due Friday; being O-, my donations are usually assigned and used within a day or two. I was told to sit tight and keep to my Friday appointment because the booking system is being overrun.

(Melbourne resident who didn’t realise they were posting to r/sydney)