NHS BLOOD and Transplant is asking Cumbrian residents to consider blood donation as an alternative New Year resolution.
Regular donation sessions take place at the Castle Green Hotel in Kendal.
The next session is on Monday, January 15 and has free appointments.
Register online and book an appointment at blood.co.uk or by calling 0300 123 23 23.
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