Russia to change blood donation rules starting in 2027
The Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation plans to update the rules for donating blood. The new requirements will come into force in 2027 and will affect millions of citizens who regularly help save the lives of patients in hospitals.
The main innovation will be a revision of the limits on the number of donations per year. Currently, there are strict standards in place: men may donate blood no more than five times a year, and women no more than four times. In the future, these figures may be adjusted to improve donor safety and the quality of the biomaterial obtained.
Experts note that the changes are aimed at more thorough monitoring of the health of volunteers. Regular blood donation requires the body to recover, so the new rules will help donors better monitor their hemoglobin levels and other important medical indicators.
For many Russians, donation is an important social mission. Doctors emphasize that even with the new restrictions, the need for donor blood remains high, so the state will continue to support those who are ready to share their blood to save others.
It is expected that a detailed list of all changes will be published by the Ministry of Health closer to the date the law comes into effect. Specialists urge donors to follow official updates and continue to undergo regular medical examinations before each procedure.