Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman Urge Fans to Donate Blood in NHS Campaign

Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman are urging people to become blood donors in a new collaboration between NHS Blood and Transplant and Marvel Studios’ Deadpool & Wolverine.

The Hollywood actors have appeared in an NHS video to highlight the importance of blood donation. Jackman emphasized the need for real blood to save lives, stating, “Real blood is harder to come by, that’s why the NHS needs heroes like you to donate blood. Just one hour of your time can save up to three lives.”

The campaign aims to reach a broader audience, particularly younger people and those of Black heritage, who are especially needed as blood donors.

Mark Chambers, Director of Donor Experience for NHS Blood and Transplant, said, “We are delighted to team up with Marvel Studios’ Deadpool & Wolverine and have the incredible support of Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman to highlight the lifesaving power of blood donation. Deadpool saves the day, but blood donors save lives. We hope film fans will be inspired to become a hero in their own story by giving blood.”

Chambers added, “Right now the NHS needs more young people to become the donors of the future. And we urgently need more donors of Black heritage to help patients who need ethnically matched blood. Giving blood is quick and easy, and each donation saves up to three lives. Please register today and book an appointment to donate. After all, not all heroes wear capes and saving lives is more impressive than any superpower out there.”

This initiative marks NHS Blood and Transplant’s fourth partnership with Disney on blood donation campaigns, following collaborations with Free Guy in 2021, and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness and Black Panther: Wakanda Forever in 2022.

Every minute, the NHS needs three lifesaving blood donations. These donations play a crucial role in fighting cancer, combatting conditions like sickle cell, and treating those injured in accidents. Currently, there is a significant need for donors with O-negative blood, the universal blood type given to all patients in emergency situations.

A Department of Health and Social Care spokesperson added, “Blood donors are real-life superheroes, and we’re so grateful to everyone who can step forward and help save lives. Getting the NHS back on its feet will need to be a national mission, and that includes the efforts of everyone who volunteers to give blood.”

To contribute to this mission, register today and book an appointment to donate via the GiveBloodNHS app or at blood.co.uk.

Source: NHS Blood and Transplant