More than 34,000 units of blood were collected in Abu Dhabi in 2018.
That's according to the capital's blood bank, which said it welcomed close to 28,700 donors last year.
The figure has grown from 2017 when the Abu Dhabi Blood Bank collected just over 32,000 units.
Frequent blood donors (those who give blood every two months) formed nearly half of the total pool of donors
Health professionals say the rise is due to more awareness among residents about the importance of donating.
UAE responds to missile, drone threats
Authorities are urging the public to stay in a safe location as UAE defence systems respond to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran.
UAE extends distance learning for schools and universities
Authorities in the UAE have announced the extension of distance learning for two weeks for nurseries, public and private schools, and higher education institutions.
Fire under control at Shah gas field; operations suspended
A fire that broke out at the Shah gas field following a drone attack is now under control, with no injuries reported.
UAE leaders, Jordan’s King discuss regional developments
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received King Abdullah II bin Al Hussein of Jordan.
Fire 'extinguished' in drone incident near Dubai Airport
Dubai Civil Defence teams have successfully "extinguished" a fire caused by an impact on one of the fuel tanks near Dubai International Airport early on Monday.
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UAE President Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s visit to the US to boost economic and technology ties including AI.
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