On June 14, World Blood Donor Day, we were recognized as a Distinguished Blood Donor at a special ceremony by the National Center for Transfusion Hematology and the Bulgarian Red Cross. The Progress team in Bulgaria has organized blood donation campaigns for its employees for over 14 years. Annually around 50 Progressers give blood to save lives.
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Every year, countries around the world celebrate World Blood Donor Day on June 14. This year marks the 2️⃣0️⃣th edition of the event Donating blood is one of the simplest, yet most important ways to help others. Did you know that one donation can save up to three lives? Blood is essential for surgeries, cancer treatment, organ transplants and emergencies 🚑 Thanks to regular blood donors, hospitals and medical centers can provide essential treatment to all those in need. In most Polish cities, we are facing shortages of many blood groups in blood banks. Only in the case of the most specific blood groups (AB Rh+, AB Rh-) are stocks optimal. 🔴 The most common blood types in Poland are A Rh+ (32%) and 0 Rh+ (31%). 🔴 In Poland blood or blood components can be donated by people between the ages of 18 and 65 who weigh at least 50 kilograms. 🔴 Donations from universal donors (0 Rh-) are especially needed, as they can be used for transfusions in all patients.
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World Blood Donor Day 2024: Blood donation is a noble task, and is used to treat various medical conditions, such as blood loss, Anemia and cancer. In the process of blood donation, usually a person donates blood to the blood bank or to an organisation that collects blood for transfusion. Blood donation is an important task required for the constant supply of healthy blood for the healthcare industry. Every year, World Blood Donor Day is observed to raise awareness about the importance of blood donation and to urge more people to donate blood. As we gear up to celebrate the special day, here are a few things that we should keep in mind.
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The other day, I was donating blood at a Hema Quebec blood clinic, and I thought to myself: why don’t more people donate blood? Perhaps there’s a lack of encouragement and information about blood donations. While half of Canadians will need blood or know someone that will need blood at some point in their lives, only 4% of Canadians donate! This is a horrible statistic! Facts to consider: · The average, full grown human body has about 4.5 – 5.7 L of blood · A blood donation only takes 450 mL of blood · One donation can save up to three lives · Blood transfusions are needed to treat patients with serious injuries, surgeries, cancer treatments, and disorders such as sickle cell anemia and hemophilia · Donating blood doesn’t hurt · The entire process of donating blood (including screening) takes an hour out of your day · The actual blood donation takes about 5-10 mins · You have to be 17 years old to donate in Canada (except Quebec where you have to be 18 years old) · There is no maximum age for donating blood · Giving blood reduces your risk of a heart attack (especially in men who tend to have higher iron levels) · Giving blood reduces stress · Giving blood screens you for multiple medical conditions · Giving blood is free Wherever you live, please check out the below websites to find a blood donor clinic near you: www.blood.ca/en https://lnkd.in/ehz__WGZ www.redcross.ca/ #héma-quebec #canadianbloodservices #redcross
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Blood donation is a noble task, and is used to treat various medical conditions, such as blood loss, Anemia and cancer. In the process of blood donation, usually a person donates blood to the blood bank or to an organisation that collects blood for transfusion. Blood donation is an important task required for the constant supply of healthy blood for the healthcare industry. Every year, World Blood Donor Day is observed to raise awareness about the importance of blood donation and to urge more people to donate blood. #14june #blooddonation #donor #letsconnect #follow #followformore #aimanmanzoor
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Blood donations can be life saving, so during National Blood Donation Month, we encourage everyone who is able, to find a blood donation site near you. Learn more and find a donation location near you: https://rb.gy/lul0mo According to the American Red Cross: 🩸 Every 2 seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood or platelets 🩸 Approximately 29,000 units of red blood cells are needed every day in the U.S. 🩸 The average red blood cell transfusion is approximately 3 units. 🩸 A single car accident victim can require as many as 100 units of blood. 🩸 Blood and platelets cannot be manufactured; they can only come from volunteer donors. 🩸 The blood type most often requested by hospitals is type O. 🩸 One donation can help save more than one life. 🩸 According to the American Cancer Society, more than 1.9 million people are expected to be diagnosed with cancer in 2023. Many of them will need blood, sometimes daily, during their chemotherapy treatment.
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🌍❤️ Today is International Blood Donor Day! 🩸 Today, celebrates the heroes who selflessly donate blood to save lives. Giving blood makes it possible for many people to lead normal healthy lives. Every year thousands of patients require blood transfusions in our hospitals, because they are undergoing surgery, recovering from cancer or have been in a serious accident. Did you know? 🩸Only 3% of the eligible Irish population give blood, providing blood for a population of over 4 million. 3,000 blood donors are needed each week in Ireland. 🩸One in four people will need a blood transfusion at some point in their lives 🩸Over 1,000 Irish people receive transfusions every week in Ireland 🩸Approximately 70,000 patients will have transfusions in Irish hospitals this year. 🩸A typical unit of blood lasts for just 35 days, but in some cases such as blood used for very young children; this blood must be used within 5 days of it's collection. Today make the decision to book your blood donation to save lives.
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Did you know that Canada ranks 13th in the world for deceased donor rates and 11th for living donor rates? Canada’s continued investment in donation activities such as mandatory referrals and donation physicians has improved donation rates to meet national and local system needs, but we must continue these efforts to become a world leader in this important field. Learn more about organ donation and transplantation data in Canada on CIHI’s new interactive web page: https://ow.ly/yXV350Rk9Na Learn more about international comparisons on the Global Observatory on Donation and Transplantation website: https://lnkd.in/g6TAvWke
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Blood banks play a (crucial role) in our lives by collecting, testing, and storing blood donations . The first blood bank in the United States was established in 1936. Today, blood banks collect blood and separate it into its various components so they can be used most effectively according to the needs of the patient. Red blood cells carry oxygen, platelets help the blood clot, and plasma has specific proteins that allow proper regulation of coagulation and healing. Blood transfusions are used to treat a variety of medical conditions, including anemia, cancer, and blood disorders. According to the American Red Cross, nearly 5 million people receive blood transfusions each year. Thanks to years of research, much progress has been made towards making transfusions safer and more effective. Blood banks also play a critical role in emergency situations, where timely access to blood can be the difference between life and death. Donating blood is a simple and safe process that can help save lives.
