{"id":5481,"date":"2021-01-05T03:27:39","date_gmt":"2021-01-05T03:27:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hancockhealth.org\/?p=5481"},"modified":"2021-01-05T03:27:39","modified_gmt":"2021-01-05T03:27:39","slug":"welcome-the-new-year-by-making-a-difference-donate-blood","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hancockhealth.apgar.digital\/fr\/2021\/01\/welcome-the-new-year-by-making-a-difference-donate-blood\/","title":{"rendered":"Accueillez la nouvelle ann\u00e9e en faisant une diff\u00e9rence\u00a0: donnez du sang."},"content":{"rendered":"
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Accueillez la nouvelle ann\u00e9e en faisant une diff\u00e9rence\u00a0: donnez du sang.<\/h1>\n\n
\n\n 5 janvier 2021<\/span>\n\n
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January is National Blood Donor Month, and blood banks need help more than ever due to the coronavirus pandemic. Make giving blood a priority.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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2020 has to go; we\u2019ve been ready since June. While it may seem appropriate to send this year packing with a series of literal dumpster fires, why not welcome 2021 with the gift of life instead?<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Historically, blood supplies run critically low in January. But why is January so affected that it spurred the Red Cross to create National Blood Donor Month<\/a> in 1970? If you\u2019ve ever tried to accomplish anything at the end of the year that relies on groups of people cooperating, you know the answer.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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The global pandemic already has blood stores worldwide frighteningly low<\/a>. Organizations that regularly host blood drives have canceled, hospitals have diverted facilities to COVID-19 concerns, and fear surrounding the safety of donating abounds.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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What it does for others<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div>
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The need remains. Blood donations are used for accident victims, organ transplants, cancer treatments, neonatal care, and research. They\u2019re also used for patients battling COVID-19<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Coronavirus survivors carry antibodies needed by those still fighting it. The vaccine becoming available began by studying those antibodies. Much advancement in medical treatment arises from blood donations.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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What type means and why it matters<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div>
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Blood type is determined by antigens and proteins<\/a> on the surface of red blood cells. There are eight main types. Receiving the wrong type can cause adverse reactions in the body, and there are universal donors and receivers.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Eligibility<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div>
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Only around 3% of the U.S. population are regular donors. Myths surrounding eligibility requirements<\/a> keep many people from donating. Most of these myths\u2014like you can\u2019t give blood if you take medication, have a tattoo, or have traveled\u2014are either untrue or at most have a short deferral period. Other conditions like having low iron can be addressed and are good things to know anyway.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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What it does for you<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div>
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As standard protocol, donations are typed and tested for a host of infectious diseases, and now, COVID-19 antibodies. Centers will notify you if you test positive for anything, and you can finally know your blood type.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Is it safe?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div>
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The Red Cross and others have instituted procedures to ensure safety<\/a>. Temperature checks, extra sanitation, mini-physicals, face coverings, and social distancing are some of the measures.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Where to Donate:<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div>
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Croix-Rouge am\u00e9ricaine<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>

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Centre de sang Versiti de l'Indiana<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>

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