Águilas Shifts Blood Donation Drives to Neighbourhood Health Centres
The Regional Blood Donation Centre has relocated its recurring donation drives in the town of Águilas, shifting them away from the Casa del Mar facility and into two neighbourhood health centres, according to Euro Weekly News.
Where donations now take place
Collection sessions will now be hosted at the Águilas Norte and Águilas Sur health centres, bringing the service closer to residents and simplifying access for anyone wishing to give blood while in the area.
Why this matters for travellers
Águilas, on the southern coast of the Murcia region, is a popular stop for beach lovers, expats and visitors exploring Spain's warmer south-east. For long-term residents and travellers who regularly donate blood, the change is worth noting: the familiar Casa del Mar venue is no longer the collection point, so anyone planning to contribute should head instead to one of the two local health centres.
For visitors from the Dominican Republic or elsewhere who are settled in Spain or spending an extended stay here, blood donation remains a straightforward way to give back to the community. Donors typically need to bring photo ID, be in good general health, and be prepared for a short screening before donating.
Practical tips
- Check schedules in advance. Donation days rotate between centres, so confirm the next session at Águilas Norte or Águilas Sur before turning up.
- Bring identification. A passport, residency card or Spanish DNI is generally required.
- Eat and hydrate beforehand. Skipping a meal before donating is not recommended.
- Allow time. Between paperwork, the donation itself and the post-donation rest, plan for around 45 minutes.
The move is part of a broader effort by regional health authorities to embed routine services within primary care facilities, making them more visible and convenient for the wider public. Travellers passing through Águilas who want to support local healthcare should find the new arrangement easier to navigate than the previous setup at Casa del Mar, as reported by Euro Weekly News.