Awareness on Importance of Blood Donation

World Blood Donor Day 

Awareness on Importance of Blood Donation Day 

 wareness class on the importance of blood donation at St. John's School:

"The Power of Blood Donation: Saving Lives, One Point at a Time"

Explained 

What is Blood Donation?

- Definition: Blood donation is the process of voluntarily giving blood to help save lives.

- Blood is essential for medical treatments, surgeries, and emergency care.

 Why is Blood Donation Important?

- 1 in 7 patients in hospitals need blood transfusions.

- Blood donation can save up to 3 lives per pint donated.

- Only 3% of eligible donors donate blood, leading to a constant shortage.

Who Can Donate Blood?

- Eligibility criteria:

    - Age: 18+ years and above

    - Good health

- Donors can give every 56 days (8 weeks).

The Blood Donation Process

- Registration

- Medical screening

- Blood donation (10-15 minutes)

- Refreshments and rest

Benefits of Blood Donation

- Help patients with cancer, anemia, trauma, and bleeding disorders

- Support surgeries and medical treatments

- Enhance community health

- Blood donation is a selfless act that saves lives.

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