SIBPS supports people who contracted Hepatitis C and/or HIV from blood and/or blood products given during medical procedures in Scotland. We also welcome referrals from relatives of those infected. We know that some relatives have suffered, and continue to suffer, greatly and we can also provide support for their emotional needs. We welcome self-referrals from spouses, parents, children, siblings, partners, and bereaved family members.
We will work with anyone who was infected, or affected, by contaminated blood and/or blood products received from NHS treatments in Scotland. We know some people now live elsewhere in the UK, or abroad, and they can also self-refer to the service.
People of any age can be referred, but the service is unlikely to be the most appropriate service for younger children or infants. Young people may wish to visit their GP, with or without their parents, to discuss appropriate local services.
If you are not sure whether the service is right for you or your loved one, you can phone us on 0131 537 9128 and we will be happy to discuss with you.