Thailand is the 3rd non-European country to Welcome Back previously deferred donors.
Blood Bank, Medical Technology Department, Koh Samui Hospital
🩸 Blood Donation Schedule 🩸
🏵 March 2025 🏵
🗓 March 4, 2025
🕘 09:30 – 14:40 | Renaissance Koh Samui Resort & Spa
🗓 March 13, 2025
🕘 09:30 – 14:40 | Hyatt Regency Koh Samui
🗓 March 19, 2025
🕘 09:00 – 12:00 | Koh Samui District Prison
🗓 March 20, 2025
🕘 09:30 – 14:40 | Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui
🗓 March 25, 2025
🕘 09:00 – 14:40 | Koh Samui Municipality
🗓 March 28, 2025
🕘 09:30 – 14:40 | Marasca Samui Hotel
Special processing is required. This is why only the larger blood banks have the capability.No appointment is Necessary
Primary qualifications are:
Under 60 if first-time donor in Thailand. 70 is upper age No alcohol 24 hours prior Healthy low-fat meal at least three hours prior to donating Drink Plenty of Water Bring ID. No tattoos or piercing within 4 months Actual donation takes less than ten minutes Donors from the United Kingdom
, France
, and Ireland
, who lived in the VCJV (variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease aka. Mad Cow disease) impacted regions from 1980-1996 are Welcomed Back at the National Blood Centre on Henri Dunant Rd. in Bangkok and Regional Blood Centres (Phuket, Chiang Mai, Chonburi, Hua Hin, Phitsanulok, Khon Kaen, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Nakhon Ratchasima, Songkla)
Everyone Else, Can Donate at every location. Fill out registration form and register Health Check. Blood pressure and hemoglobin level. Meet with doctor briefly Donate blood (less than 7 minutes Enjoy a snack and rest for a few minutesGiving Blood:
Donate Every 90 Days
Thailand would not have a problem if we all donated regularly!
Stay Hydrated. Drink plenty of water the day before and on the day of donation.
Eat a Healthy Meal
Have a balanced meal rich in iron (e.g., spinach, beans, meat) to avoid feeling lightheaded. Avoid fatty foods as they can affect the blood testing process.
Get Enough Sleep
Aim for at least 7-8 hours of good sleep the night before.
Check Eligibility
Ensure you meet the age, weight (usually above 50 kg), and health criteria.
Avoid donating if you’re feeling unwell, pregnant, or have certain medical conditions.
Bring Identification
Have a government-issued ID or any required documents for registration.
Avoid Alcohol and Smoking
Refrain from alcohol for 24 hours before donation. Avoid smoking at least 2 hours before donating.
Be Honest About Medications
Inform staff about any medications or vaccinations you’ve recently taken.
What to Expect at the Center
You’ll undergo a mini health check for blood pressure, hemoglobin levels, and overall fitness.
Taking these precautions will help ensure a smooth donation experience.
After Blood Donation :
• Rest for a while. Getting up abruptly may cause nausea.
• Drink the beverage prepared for you and drink a lot of water for 1 day.
• Make sure you feel all right before leaving.
• In case of dizziness, tell the nurse immediately.
• Take the prescribed iron tablet once a day to prevent iron deficiency.
• To prevent bruises and swelling, avoid using the punctured arm for 12 hours.
• Avoid activities that use too much energy and cause perspiration.
Donate Regularly :
There is always a shortage of RH- Blood. A-, B-, AB-, O-. Foreigners (including Myanmar) have a much better chance of having RH- Blood.
Beyond that, there is always a need for all blood types.
Please give regularly (every 90 days)
Please do not give blood if :
• You or your partner have been involved in sexual intercourse with a male or female prostitute without using condoms during the past 3 months.
• You or your spouse have been or are intravenous drug users.
• You have tested positive for HIV.
Restrictions? :
Thailand has removed restrictions for donors from the UK, Ireland, and France regarding Mad Cow Disease. If you have UK 🇬🇧, French or Irish friends who live in Bangkok or near a Regional Red Cross blood center (Chiang Mai, Phuket, Chonburi, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Phitsanulok, Nakhon Ratchasima, Khon Kaen) please inform them that the UK 🇬🇧, etc., donors are welcomed back. But only at the large regional blood banks and the National Blood Centre.
The best that any of us can do is to educate the eligible International Community to donate.