Canadian Blood Services is urging people to book an appointment to donate blood.

According to the non-profit, extreme weather conditions across the country contributed to a 10 percent shortfall in blood and plasma donations.

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Nationwide blood inventory has dropped by more than 35 per cent since October.

A blood donor clinic will be held at Journey Middle School in Sooke on Jan. 9. Visit to book an appointment.

Canadian Blood Services has three to four days on hand of several blood types. A fresh blood product inventory of five to eight days is ideal.

Canadian Blood Services is urging those with O-negative blood to donate as their blood type is universal and can be used on any patient. There is also a critical need for platelets for patients undergoing cancer treatments.

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