VSC Blood Drive Update
Vermont Secondary College
5th – 9th October was International Plasma Awareness Week (IPAW)! You may have heard plasma referred to as "liquid gold". It carries important proteins, antibodies and clotting factors around the body. Plasma donations are used to create life-saving medicines and treatments for people with immune deficiencies, bleeding disorders, neurological conditions, burns, trauma, pregnancy complications and more.
In fact, plasma is now Australia's most-needed donation, with demand continuing to grow each year.
The Schools Blood Drive 2026 continues to run until the end of October. So far, the Vermont Secondary College team has saved a total of 36 lives, through 6 whole blood donations and 6 plasma donations. A massive thank you to those who have donated!
The team itself has grown to 29 members, with hopefully more joining soon. To take part, simply join the Vermont Secondary College Lifeblood Team through the Lifeblood website or App and book an appointment.
Use the following QR code to join the team!
If you donate, I would love to be able to share some photos via our newsletter here. If you would like, please send any photos of you at the donation centre to Harry.Amos@education.vic.gov.au.
Our very own school captain Juliet O recently turned 18 and made their first donation!
If you are 18 years old or over, weight over 50 kg and are feeling well, then you are probably eligible to donate today! Please consider registering with Lifeblood and starting your donation journey.