The Ministry of Health has issued an urgent appeal to voluntary blood donors and members of the public who are in good health to visit their nearest blood donation centres, warning that blood supplies remain under strain as demand stays high and donor attendance falls.
High Demand, Fewer Donors
In a statement, the Ministry said that blood needs remain elevated, while donor turnout has decreased, mainly due to seasonal viral infections.
It stressed that many patients continue to rely on blood and blood products, including red blood cells, plasma and platelets, for ongoing treatments, surgical procedures and other medical needs.
For this reason, the Ministry is calling on regular donors and all eligible individuals to dedicate a small amount of time to donate blood and help maintain adequate reserves.
Blood Donation Centres By District
Below is a detailed list of blood donation centres currently operating across Cyprus:
Nicosia District
Engomi Health Centre
Monday–Friday: 07:30–20:00
Saturday: 08:00–14:00
Tel: 22 809098
Geri Blood Donation Centre
Friday: 07:30–20:00
Saturday: 09:00–15:00
Tel: 22 309222, 22 309221
Limassol District
Old Limassol Hospital
Monday–Friday: 07:30–20:00
St George of Havouza Church Hall
Saturday: 14:00–17:00
Tel: 25 730276, 25 730277
Larnaca District
Larnaca General Hospital
Friday: 07:30–15:00
Alethriko Primary School
18:00–20:00
Tel: 24 800555
Paphos District
Blood Donation Station, Royal Business Centre
AA Power Mode Gym
(next to the Electricity Authority building)
Today until 20:00
Saturday: 09:30–12:00
Tel: 26 306409
Famagusta District
Paralimni Blood Donation Centre
Sotiros 2
Today until 20:00
Tel: 23 812121, 23 812122
The Ministry underlines that blood donation is a simple but vital act that can save lives, urging those who are able to respond to the call during this critical period.
