Amber Alert Issued Across Scotland Over Urgent Blood Shortage

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Scottish health authorities have declared an amber alert due to falling blood donor numbers and depleted national stocks.

An amber alert signals that reserves for critical blood types have dropped toward a precarious two-day supply threshold.

Hospitals across Scotland are implementing conservation measures while urging eligible donors to book immediate appointments.

Universal blood group O negative is facing severe pressure, threatening emergency trauma and surgical reserves.

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