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10 Reasons to donate blood

Submitted by admin on Fri, 18/09/2009 - 08:55
  1. Blood transfusions save lives.
  2. There are no substitutes for human blood.
  3. Every three seconds, someone needs a blood transfusion.
  4. About 60% of the populations are eligible to donate blood, yet less than 5% do.
  5. A pint of blood, separated in to components, can help up to three people.
  6. You will make your community a safer place.
  7. Fulfills your desire to “give back” to the community.
  8. You will receive a mini physical (blood pressure, temperature, iron level).
  9. You will learn your blood type.
  10. It is safe, simple and it saves lives.