Introduction to How the Need for Blood Donation is Changing
Introduction.
Blood donation is an important part of worldwide health care. It is associated with blood transfusions as a life-saving and life-saving procedure and as a form of phlebotomy treatment as a basic medical intervention. More than 100 million units of blood are donated each year worldwide. [1] This document will briefly discuss the brief history of the origin and purpose of blood, blood tests, eligibility of providers and their selection, adverse effects of donation, blood donation as a first-line medical intervention, and a brief discussion on the reduction of viruses and ineffectiveness of donated blood.
Blood Donation is Changing
New eligibility rules that will allow more men to have sex with men to donate blood, platelets and plasma went into effect this week, marking a historic step to make blood donation more involved while keeping blood safe in the same way.
Eligibility will depend on specific circumstances surrounding health, mobility and sexual behavior that are proven to be at high risk of sexually transmitted infections.
Donors will no longer be asked if it is a man who has had sex with another man, removing the test feature based on previous risk-based people.
Instead, anyone who goes to donate blood - regardless of gender - will be asked if they have had sex, and if so, with the latest forms of sexual behavior. Anyone who has had the same sexual partner in the last three months will be able to donate.
Changes to the Donation Safety Check form * will affect blood donors, plasma and platelets. The blood donation process will not change.
3 Reasons You Should Consider Donating Blood Recently
Blood is essential to human survival, serving as a source of oxygen and vital nutrients for the various organs. This is why health care facilities often need blood to provide a lifeline for patients with critical medical conditions or to take care of themselves back to health.
Here are some basic reasons why you should donate blood as part of your health plan:
1. Free health screening and diagnosis
Before donating blood, you will need to have a medical examination to determine if you are healthy enough to be a donor. At the same time, this means that you will know if you have any health problems that may occur early.
During the test, you will have to answer questions about your medical history and undergo medical tests to check your heart rate, temperature, blood pressure, and blood count using diagnostic tests - all for free. This free health screening method is definitely something you should use.
2. Reduce the risk of heart disease and liver disease
Iron deficiency occurs when you follow a diet rich in iron, which causes your body's iron levels to rise. This excess iron can block the blood vessels in your heart and liver where they are stored. Because of this, you may be prone to diseases that affect these organs such as cirrhosis of the liver and cancer, as well as heart attacks.
As a blood donor, you can remove 225 mg to 250 mg of iron, which can be very helpful in protecting your body from excess iron.
3. Reduce the risk of cancer
A study published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute links iron deficiency to a lower risk of cancer and mortality.
Studies have shown that patients with peripheral arterial disease (PAD) —a condition in which the blood does not flow properly — who regularly donate blood have a lower risk of developing the next cancer than those who did not.
In addition to these findings, the study also highlighted a number of health problems:
- Iron accumulation increases the risk of chronic diseases, including cancer of color.
- For women, the risk of cancer increases after menstruation because their body no longer has a way to get rid of excess iron.
Since regular blood donation helps you to balance iron levels in your body, the risk of developing various types of cancer also decreases.
5 Reasons Why You Should Consider Making a Donation Today
When was the last time you donated blood? If your response is more than two months ago, you may be eligible to donate again. And if you have never donated blood before, the procedure is probably a lot simpler than you might think.
Donating blood not only benefits the recipients — it benefits you as well. Studies have shown that helping others reduces stress and affects your sense of well-being and your own. During National Blood Donation Month, consider these five reasons for donating
1.You will help someone else.
Healthcare providers use daily blood donations - in patients undergoing surgery, organ transplants and at risk, young and old. In fact, a single accident victim may require up to 100 units of blood. Often, blood transfusions are used to treat cancer patients. Your blood donation can be used in many different places, but you can be sure that it will go to the person you need.
2.Every donation makes a difference.
According to the American Red Cross, only one donation can save up to three lives. And you can donate platelets or plasma, too. For example, the AB-positive plasma type can be given to patients of all blood types. However, only 3% of people have AB blood, which means that plasma is usually found.
3.You get a free health check.
Before donating, the nurse will monitor your temperature, blood pressure, and heart rate. In fact, some people find out by donating blood that they have high blood pressure and need to follow a health care provider. Many places also test your blood for COVID-19 antibodies. If you have ever had COVID-19, you can donate plasma that will help current COVID-19 patients fight infection.
4.All blood types are required.
Many people stop themselves without realizing that they can donate blood. While O-negative blood is used for emergency transfusions, other types of blood are still very much needed. About 38% of Americans are eligible to donate blood annually, but only about 10% do so.
5.You may need a blood donation in the future.
Statistics show that at least 25% of people will need blood at least once in their lifetime. Donating blood is an act of kindness and compassion for others. Choose to give back - you may need a blood donation one day.
You can make an appointment, even if other places may accept your entry. On the day of your offering, drink plenty of water and eat a healthy diet. Usually, the whole blood donation process takes only 30-60 minutes.
You can donate blood up to six times a year - every 56 days. Giving even two or three times a year saves lives.