The National Blood Centre is appealing for blood donations from members of the public, especially those with blood type A and B, to meet daily demands in hospitals.

In a statement today, the centre pointed out that with the COVID-19 situation faced by the country now, blood reserves are now more required.

"Regular blood donation is important to meet daily blood demands.

"Carry out your social responsibility to help save patients in need," the centre made the call in a statement.

The National Blood Centre in Jalan Tun Razak is open Monday to Friday, from 7.30 am to 8 pm, while on Saturday and Sunday, from 8 am to 6 pm.

Operation hours at the Midvalley Donation Suite, Mid Valley Mega Mall, is from Monday to Sunday (10 am to 9 pm) while the Puspanita Blood Donation Suite, Puspanitapuri in Putrajaya opens from Monday to Sunday (10 am to 6 pm).

-- BERNAMA