Blood Donation Myths and Facts

Blood Donation Myths and Facts Blood donations aren't even needed The elderly cannot donate blood Fact: There is no upper age limit for providing blood donations. Fact: In the U.S., someone needs blood every two seconds. Someone who just received a flu shot can't donate. There are plenty of people who already donate blood 10% Fact: As long as you feel healthy, you can donate blood the same day you are Fact: Less than 10 percent of Americans donate each year. vaccinated. Those with high cholesterol Those with a common blood type are not as needed for donations. can't donate blood. Fact: All blood types are constantly in demand! Fact: They can! Donating blood weakens the body. Donors could contract HIV from unsanitary needles. 48hr Fact: The body usually fully re- covers and replenishes the drawn blood in less than 48 hours. Fact: Needles used are ster- ile and disposed after use, meaning there is no risk. PHLEBOTOMY TRAINING SPECIALISTS http://www.redcrossblood.org/learn-about-blood/blood-facts-and-statistics http://www.inyourhands.org/assetmanager/assets/common%20myths%20insert.pdf http://www.thebloodcenter.org/donor/BloodMyths.aspx http://www.glamour.com/health-fitness/blogs/vitamin-g/2010/06/monday-is-world-blood-donor-da http://www.medcentral.org/Main/HealthLi- brary/The-Myths-and-Facts-About-Donating-and-Receiving-B-648.aspx TTT