Importance of Donating Blood
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D O N AT I N G  B LO O D
INTRODUCTION
• Blood is the most essential thing for human life. It is an inhuman body fluid that delivers necessary substances such as nutrients and 
oxygen to the cells. Technically, blood is a transport liquid pumped by the heart (or an equivalent structure) to all parts of the body, 
after which it is returned to the heart to repeat the process.
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BLOOD DONATION
• To donate blood or platelets, you must be in good general health, weigh at least 110 pounds, and be at least 16 years old. Parental 
consent is required for blood donation by 16-year-olds; 16-year-olds are NOT eligible to donate platelets. 
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WHY IS BLOOD IMPORTANT?
• Blood brings oxygen and nutrients to all the parts of the body so they can keep working. Blood carries carbon dioxide and other waste 
materials to the lungs, kidneys, and digestive system to be removed from the body. Blood also fights infections and carries hormones 
around the body.
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ADVANTAGES OF BLOOD DONATION
• Donating blood can help people with many health conditions, such as those who:
– have internal or external bleeding due to an injury
– have sickle cell disease or another illness that affects the blood
– are undergoing cancer treatment
– are undergoing surgery, such as cardiovascular or orthopedic surgery
– have an inherited blood disorder
– are undergoing a transplant
– need treatments involving plasma or other blood products
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BENEFITS FOR THE DONOR
• For many people, blood donation offers many health benefits with few risks. The strict regulation of blood banks means that a donor 
can give their blood or plasma safely.
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CONTRIBUTING TO THE COMMUNITY
• Blood donors provide a vital service to the community. Making a difference in the lives of others can boost a donor’s sense of well-
being.
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TYPES OF BLOOD DONATIONS
• There are several types of blood donations and one donor can help up to three patients.
• A single unit of blood can be separated into different components such as red blood cells, plasma and platelets.
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BLOOD DONATION FACTS
• Every two seconds someone needs blood
• The donated blood will be replaced in 56 days (less than 2 months)
• Donor will not become "weak" after blood donation
• A person has 5 - 6 litres of blood in his/her body
• One can donate blood every 90 days (3 months)
• It takes only 15 to 20 minutes to donate blood
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HOW IT AFFECTS?
• Stimulates Blood Cell Production
• Blood Donation helps to reduce risk of heart attack and cancer
• Donation of blood, burns calories & helps in weight loss
• Blood donation helps to maintain healthy liver
• Prevents Hemochromatosis and helps to maintain iron level
• By donating blood you can save someone's life
• It helps you to complete your social responsibilities
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WHY YOUR DONATION MATTERS?
• There are no substitutes for blood, platelets or plasma—they cannot be manufactured. Patients in need of blood or blood products must 
rely on donations from people like you. Those who are hesitant about donating blood for the first time often find that the donation 
process is easy and that saving lives is deeply gratifying.
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