Blood donations remain low and are expected to return to normal levels by the middle of next month, according to an update issued by the Ley app on Saturday.
The Maldives Blood Services (MBS) last month urged the public to donate blood after stocks at the national blood bank fell to critical levels.
Health Protection Agency (HPA) officials said on Friday that cases of diarrhea and vomiting continue to rise across the Maldives, a trend that has increased the demand for blood.
Ley app noted that the ongoing peak tourism season has also contributed to the shortage, as many resort employees, who make up a significant share of regular donors, are unable to donate during this period. With the peak season expected to end soon, donation levels are projected to normalize next month.
Donation Eligibility ????• Are 18 years or older• Weigh 45 kg or above• Mentally & physically fit• No communicable diseases• Hemoglobin ≥ 12.5 g/dL• Pulse rate of 50–100 bpm• Blood pressure ≤ 180/100 mmHg• Last donated blood at least 3 months back pic.twitter.com/2boVBhd1bD
— Ley App (@leyapp_mv) January 29, 2026
According to the app, most regular donors are young people above 18. However, anyone aged 18 or older and weighing more than 45 kg is eligible to donate. Donations are taken after identifying the donor’s blood group, assessing their health condition, and completing standard safety checks.
Those wishing to donate can visit the MBS Blood Bank at Orange Hiyaa in Hulhumale', Hulhumale' Hospital, or IGMH in Male'. The Orange Hiyaa blood bank is open daily from 08:00 to 20:00, except on Sundays.
Ley app has urged eligible donors to give blood without delay.