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According to the National Heart Lung and Blood Institute, each year approximately 5 million people in the United States get a blood transfusion. The procedure involves the transfer of blood or blood products into the patient to compensate for any loss that occurred during a trauma, pregnancy-related complication, surgery or treatment... more »
Giving blood is a relatively painless process that takes about one hour. If you want to donate blood, there are certain qualifications you must meet. more »
Blood shortage is an issue that affects so many Americans. In a society where there is a shortage of blood, the national blood bank is urging African Americans, Latinos, and other minority groups to go out and donate blood, yet so many are shying away from the opportunity to do the right thing. The Red-Cross have prepared a study... more »
Blood donating is when a healthy person volunteers to have his blood drawn for the purpose of future blood transfusions or to be used to develop medications. Since donated blood has a relatively short shelf life, acquiring blood is a constant problem and persistent need. Blood shortages are typically seen throughout the summer and... more »
In some instances, high blood pressure will disqualify a person from donating blood. If, however, the blood pressure is elevated but not extremely high, a person will be eligible to donate her blood. The guideline established by the Red Cross is that a person is ineligible to donate if their systolic blood pressure is over 180 or... more »
Save lives by donating blood. Tragedies can leave victims desperate for blood. Blood banks are...
Blood is a naturally-regenerating resource in the human body. In times of health crisis or disaster, though, hospitals need plenty of the crimson... more »
Donating blood saves lives. It is a fast, easy and usually painless procedure that lasts for about 20 minutes. Most healthy individuals can donate... more »
Donating your plasma can be rewarding and lucrative. Though it requires a bit more effort than regular blood donation, especially on your first... more »
A blood glucose monitor is an essential tool for a diabetic. It is used to measure the amount of glucose in the blood, to ensure that it stays in... more »
North America's blood banks are running dry. Only 30 percent of Americans are eligible to donate blood—even worse, 5 percent of eligible... more »
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