I didn’t realize how important and beneficial blood donations were until I made my first donation in medical school. I’ve been a regular donator ever since . I donate whole blood about every two months.
Facts about blood donation
- One pint of blood can save 3 lives
- Someone needs blood ever 2 seconds
- 5 million Americans need a blood transfusion every year
Benefits of donating blood
- It may lower your risk of cardiovascular disease
- It lowers the risk of developing certain types of cancer
- Reduces excessive stores of iron
- Regular donation reduces the weight of the donor
- Stimulates your body to produce fresh new blood