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Metallica urge fans to step-up and donate blood ahead of UK tour

Metallica urge fans to step-up and donate blood ahead of UK tour

Summary

The US heavy metal band Metallica is partnering with blood donation services in Wales, England, and Scotland ahead of their UK tour this summer. They aim to encourage fans to donate blood and plasma, helping maintain supplies for patients who need them.

Key Facts

  • Metallica will perform in Cardiff on June 28 during their UK tour.
  • Blood donation sessions will be held across Wales around the concert date.
  • The band is also working with England’s NHS Blood and Transplant and the Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service.
  • This is Metallica’s first UK collaboration with blood services, following similar campaigns in the US and Australia.
  • Metallica’s charity, All Within My Hands, supports and promotes blood donation during their world tour.
  • In the US, a recent concert donation drive collected 152 units of blood.
  • Blood donations are crucial because blood only lasts 35 days and is needed for many medical conditions and emergencies.
  • Welsh Blood Service officials say working with Metallica helps reach new donors and highlight the ongoing need for blood.
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