World Blood Donor Day 2023: Myths about blood donation busted
Image Source : FreepikPeople believe that it hurts but it doesn't hurt more than a little pinch from the needle.
Image Source : FreepikIt will deplete your own blood supply. This is not accurate as your blood is restored in just 24 hours.
Image Source : FreepikCannot donate when you are on medication. This is partially true but until your doctor doesn't object it is not an issue.
Image Source : FreepikThere is a right age to donate blood. This is false as anyone can donate between 18 and 65 years of age.
Image Source : FreepikOnly rare blood types are required. NOT TRUE! All blood types are a necessity.
Image Source : FreepikPeople with tattoos cannot donate. Alternatively, immediate donation is not ideal but you can donate after an year
Image Source : FreepikBlood donation takes a lot of time. In contrast it only takes 8-10 minutes.
Image Source : FreepikVegetarians can't donate blood is false, anyone with a good level of iron can donate.
Image Source : FreepikBlood can only be donated once a year is untrue. Conversely, males can donate every 3 months and females every 4 months.
Image Source : FreepikIt weakens the immune system is incorrect. RBCs regenerate in a few days making you stronger again.
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