Georgian Health Ministry opens registration for blood donations in support of Ukraine

The Georgian Health Ministry has opened registration for blood donors who would like to offer support to those injured during the ongoing hostilities in Ukraine, with the body announcing its hotline for the purpose on Friday.

Blood donors are asked to call the hotline through the number 1505, or register at donor.moh.gov.ge for offering their support. 

The ministry said it would then contact the registered persons and invite them to their nearest collection point to donate blood for delivery to patients in Ukraine.

• Tbilisi City Hall opens humanitarian aid point for Ukrainians affected by war

The United Nations  Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights has confirmed 536 casualties across the country since the start of Russia’s invasion on February 24.

The number includes 136 civilians killed, including 13 children.