National Blood Donor Month Part 2

January is National Blood Donor Month!

There are many benefits of donating blood! Private Home Care encourages all who are able to donate, so donate blood at your local Red Cross today!

Reduces Risk of Disease – Donating blood can help those who eat foods rich in iron limit the build-up and oxidation of iron in the body, which has been linked to heart attacks, strokes and cancer. Studies have shown that regular blood donors are 88% less likely to suffer a heart attack.

Emotional Well Being – The satisfaction of knowing that you helped save a life.

Improves Blood Circulation – After donating your body creates more blood, which is distributed and circulated more evenly.

Mini Medical Exam – During the blood donor screening process your pulse, blood pressure, body temperature and hemoglobin levels are checked. Your blood is also tested for certain diseases. This provides great insight into your health because screening can detect problems or irregularities that could otherwise go undetected.