The donation procedure itself is safe. Moreover, it is even called useful, since the blood is replaced with a fresher and “young” one. The renewed blood contains a greater number of white cells, which stimulates the growth of the protective forces of the immune system. Active donors are less likely to suffer from cardiovascular disease. However, in order to minimize the risk of developing undesirable consequences to the maximum, it is worth following a number of simple rules.

About donation as a way to lose weight and prevent heart attack.

The increased viscosity of the blood, leading to blood clots, is one of the problems that donation helps to solve. Sports, diet, smoking cessation and regular donations make the blood less viscous. In addition, donation is an opportunity to get rid of excess iron, which probably increases the risk of developing certain cancers and myocardial infarction. A study in Finland showed that donors have an 88% lower risk of heart attack than those who have never given blood or who have done it once. Perhaps the reason is also that before donation, people undergo mandatory examination and tests. In other words, donors are in control of their health.

“Are we of the same blood?” What donors fear and are their fears justified?

You cannot come to the blood transfusion center if you feel the onset of a cold – chills, dizziness, headache, general weakness. As for the numbers on the thermometer, they should not exceed 36.9 C °. Don’t donate blood after a sleepless night and night shift.’