New Zealand Blood Shortage: Why Plasma Donations Matter Now

New Zealand needs more people to roll up their sleeves, and Duncan is making the case pretty clearly: this is one of the simplest ways to save a life. Scott Sinclair from NZ Blood joins Duncan to explain the difference between blood, plasma and platelets, why red cell levels are low, and why common blood types like O positive and A positive are especially needed. They also dig into the growing demand for plasma, the fact New Zealand is buying more from overseas, and why becoming more self-reliant matters. There’s also a practical push for donors across Auckland, from Constellation Drive to Takapuna, Henderson, Epsom and Manukau, plus mobile blood drives. Yes, petrol prices are painful, but as Scott says, there’s no substitute for blood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices