Apart from saving another life, Blood Donation has many other personal health benefits. A few listed down
- Blood donation is very helpful in the process of renewal of blood. It is a very healthy habit. Once the amount of blood is reduced after donation, the bone marrow produces new cells.
- Only 7.5% (370-400ml) of the total volume of blood in a healthy adult is donated which can be renewed in a very short time span.
- You will get your health screened fully and blood tested free. The results will be confidential.
- Giving blood regularly can prevent heart diseases. Excess amounts of iron can lead to heart disease. Donating blood also reduces the iron content in the body. Thereby, preventing the chances of heart diseases.
- Donating blood would give us utmost satisfaction and happiness.
- Blood donation helps in fighting a genetic disorder by name hemochromitosis. The iron accumulates in the tissues when the metabolism of iron is improper.This often leads to damages in organs.
- Donation of 1 pint (450ml) of blood can burns 650 calories.
- You will stand as an example making a difference in your community to help others.
- Development of a connection and a sense of commitment with your local community.