Become a blood donor
Give blood and become a life-saver. It’s not a difficult thing to do. But it’s a Generous thing to do, making a real difference to the lives of others.
Every day new medical treatments are being developed and more operations are being carried out in the UK. Not surprisingly, then, The National Blood Service constantly needs donations for these vital procedures. About 2.5 million donations a year, to be exact.
When you give blood you just show up, they’ll ask you a few questions about your health and lifestyle (just to make sure you haven’t been exposed to anything infectious). And then they’ll take a drop of blood from your finger to make sure you’re not anaemic.
Then they’ll take your blood donation – just under a pint. It takes about 10 minutes. Most people don’t feel a thing. Apart from a tremendous sense of well-being that, that is.
Search for you nearest session online here. Or you can call 0845 7 711 711 to find out more.
Related links
www.blood.co.uk
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GB , 13 Jan 2009
This was my new year’s resolution 2 years ago – one that I managed to stick to.
The next sessions at Warsash Victory Hall are 21 Jan or 4 Feb. Session times 1.30-3.25 or 4.30 – 7.15. I’d recommend booking an appointment as you get through a bit more quickly when it’s busy.