Best Things About Blood Donation

[iangould]

A blood donation occurs when a person voluntarily has blood drawn and used for transfusions or made into medications by a process called fractionation.

In the developed world, most blood donors are unpaid volunteers who give blood for a community supply. In poorer countries, established supplies are limited and donors usually give blood when family or friends need a transfusion. Many donors donate as an act of charity, but some are paid and in some cases there are incentives other than money such as paid time off from work. A donor can also have blood drawn for their own future use. Donating is relatively safe, but some donors have bruising where the needle is inserted or may feel faint.

[electra]

I have donated blood on more than one occasion and the thought of being able to help save three people's lives everytime with just one pint of my blood makes me feel like a better person since its a noble act & a very important issue for our whole society!