AN appeal for blood donors living in East Devon has been made by NHS Blood and Transplant so it can build up stocks before swine flu returns this winter.

AN appeal for blood donors living in East Devon has been made by NHS Blood and Transplant so it can build up stocks before swine flu returns this winter.

NHSBT is urging regular local donors to recruit a friend and give blood now by calling its donor line on (0300) 123 23 23 to make an appointment.

You cannot donate blood if you are suffering from flu.