Donation blood on a regular basis can be beneficial for the heart and circulatory system and reduce the risk of heart diseases, especially among youngsters .
Blood can not be manufactured: it can only comes as a gift from a person. We can donate blood four times in a year. One thoughtful move from us can save a life.
Eligible blood donors
One should be above 18 years of age
You should not be underweight (At least 50 kg)
Pregnant women are not allowed to donate blood
You should not take any drugs/medicines
You should not be suffering from any infectious or chronic diseases such as diabetes or flu
Your blood pressure should be normal
There is a need to encourage regular blood donation among friends and family members. If all eligible donors donate on a regular basis, blood needs would be met and shortages could be a thing of the past.
Facts bout blood donation
It is a completely safe process. A sterile disposable blood collection bag is used only once for each donation
An adult person’s body has about 4 to 6 liters of blood depending on size. Four components can be derived form blood – RBC, platelets, plasma and cryoprecipitate
The volume of blood donated gets replenished within 24-48 hours
It also helps burn the extra calories and reduces your cholesterol levels. It stimulates the production of new blood cells
It is an excellent way to get rid of excess iron, which can stimulate the formation of free radicals which cause damage to cells and tissues
Donating blood can be beneficial for the heart and circulatory system. It can reduce the risk of heart disease, especially among young people
Some points to remember
Do not consume alcohol for 48 hours before donation
In rare cases, when bleeding occurs after removing the bandage, apply pressure to the site and raise your arm for 3-5 minutes.
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