National Blood Transfusion Committee (NBTC) Patient Involvement Working Group
This group has been established to promote patient and public involvement in Blood Transfusion. The remit of the groups includes:-
Review current sources of patient information and identify need for improvement (including patient leaflets and internet sites); review current systems for dissemination of patient information
Identify opportunities and appropriate strategies for the feedback of patient concerns and experiences in relation to blood transfusion.
Collaborate with the National Patient Safety Agency (NPSA) in promoting patient involvement with a view to improving safety. Collaborate with Department of Health in any strategies aimed at engaging patients.
Co-ordinate further National Awareness initiatives in collaboration with Regional Transfusion Committees, Hospital Transfusion Committees/Hospital Transfusion Teams and community groups.
Promote audit and research in methods and outcomes in patient involvement strategies
The group has contributed to the development of patient information on transfusion for the Department of Health NHS Choices website. The group will also be promoting transfusion awareness for patients and the public at several events. See our 'Diary of events' for further information on such events.
If you require further information regarding the activities of this group, please contact Shubha Allard, Chair (shubha.allard@bartsandthelondon.nhs.uk) or Catherine Howell, Secretary (catherine.howell@nhsbt.nhs.uk)
Materials to support local campaigns
The following campaign materials may be downloaded and used to support local transfusion awareness campaigns. A limited supply of these materials are available to order from the Hospital Liaison administration office hospital.liaison@nhsbt.nhs.uk
Blood transfusion and surgery fact sheet (pdf 128 KB)
Blood transfusion and surgery: frequently asked questions (pdf 160 KB)
"Is my blood transfusion necessary?" poster (pdf 384 KB)
"Will I need a blood transfusion?" poster (pdf 516 KB)
"Will I get the right blood?" poster (pdf 980 KB)
"Is blood safe?" poster (pdf 238 KB)
This general guide to running transfusion awareness events (pdf 124 KB) may also be useful.
