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Why Should I Donate Blood?

Why should you donate blood?
The answer is simple-
You could save someone's life!
Blood is a medicine that can only be given from one person to another - no other source is currently available. Volunteer blood donors are needed on a daily basis to give blood for the thousands of patients who need it.

In the minority population there is a greater amount of blood types 0 and B than in Caucasians. Because large amounts of blood are needed to treat Sickle Cell disease, we have a growing need for minority blood donors.

If you are a middle-aged male, a study published in the British Medical Journal suggests that donating blood can reduce your risk of heart disease.

The benefits of donating blood are endless. Find out how you can help by becoming a volunteer blood donor.